Make-ahead brunch bake

1 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 pack (5 1/4-ounce) garlic-flavored croutons
3 cups (12 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese; shredded
12 larges Eggs
1 quart Milk
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Pepper
1 pack (12-ounce) bacon; cooked and crumbled
½ cup Finely chopped green bell pepper; (optional)

Directions

Place croutons in a single layer in a greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with cheese.

Combine eggs and next 3 ingredients; pour over Cheddar cheese. Chill 8 hours. Remove from refrigerator, and let stand 30 minutes.

Bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon and, if desired, bell pepper; bake 10 more minutes or until center is set. Let stand 10 minutes.

Notes: This easy recipe is great for large gatherings. Add a festive touch by substituting ¼ cup each of chopped red and yellow bell pepper for green bell pepper.

Makes 10 servings.

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Recipe by: Southern Living Magazine Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #1033 by Suzy Wert <SuzyWert@...> on Jan 22, 1998

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