CHILI-CHEESE BREAKFAST BAKE

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Get 'em out of bed on nippy fall mornings with this savory, Southwest-flavored breakfast casserole from Kathy Mead in Surprise, Arizona.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
4 eggs, lightly beaten
4 egg whites
2 cups fat-free milk
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

In a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the bread cubes, cheese and chilies. Repeat layers. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 225mg cholesterol, Sodium 910mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges