CAJUN-STYLE BRUNCH BAKE

Cajun-Style Brunch Bake image

It's so handy to fix this hearty breakfast casserole the night before and refrigerate it until morning. "It was given to me by a co-worker and has turned out to be a family hit!" relates Kathie Deusser of Church Point, Louisiana. "I adapted it to our tastes, adding onion, potato and Cajun seasoning. We often invite family and friends to share it with us. Serve it with your favorite fruits, coffee and juice."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups 2% milk
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
6 slices bread, cubed
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 265mg cholesterol, Sodium 1254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.