BACON-RANCH MINI LOAVES

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Need to round out your morning menu on Christmas...or anytime at all? Try these savory miniature loaves that bake up tender and golden brown. Slices are wonderful alongside vegetable omelets, breakfast bakes, frittatas or any favorite egg dish.-Brandon Borton, Auburn, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 4 mini loaves (6 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1 cup chopped green onions
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onions in reserved drippings until tender; cool., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, dressing mix, garlic powder, baking soda and pepper. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cheese, bacon and onions., Transfer to 4 greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.