FAVORITE CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

Favorite Christmas Breakfast Casserole image

After church on Christmas morning, our family enjoys this easy, make-head casserole. I'd also recommend this Christmas morning breakfast casserole for a special brunch any time of the year. -Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

7 slices white bread, crusts removed and cubed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups 2% milk
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, combine the bread and cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over bread and cheese. Sprinkle with bacon. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 202mg cholesterol, Sodium 677mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.