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Bacon and Egg Casserole

Unseasoned and onion and garlic croutons arranged in bottom of prepared baking dish. Croutons topped with melted butter, grated cheddar cheese, and mixture of whole milk, eggs, and prepared mustard. Casserole is sprinkled with crisp bacon and baked until eggs have set and cheese has melted.

Ingredients -

1/4 cup Melted Butter
2 cups Unseasoned Croutons
2 cups Onion and Garlic Seasoned Croutons
2 cups Grated Cheddar Cheese
2 cups Milk
6 Large Eggs
1 tablespoon Prepared Mustard
10 Bacon Slices

Preparation:

1. Turn the oven to 325 degrees and preheat.

2. Cook and crumble the bacon and discard the grease.

3. Spray a 12 x 9 inch casserole baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

4. Add the unseasoned and onion and garlic croutons and pour the melted butter over the top.

5. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and mustard and pour the mixture over the croutons and cheese.

7. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top and bake for 45 minutes.

8. Let the casserole sit for 20 minutes, then serve and enjoy.

Casserole Making Tips -
Croutons

	Small pieces of unsweetened bread are coated in oil or butter and sautéed or baked giving them a crispy texture. Croutons can be purchased at most supermarkets or made at home prettily easily using dry or leftover bread. Croutons can be plain or seasoned with herbs and spices.

Casserole Making Tips -
Bacon

	Side bacon or streaky bacon is the type we think of when we refer to bacon. This bacon comes in a number of varieties including thick cut, and flavored cuts like brown sugar and maple. The long strips of bacon can be fried, baked, boiled or grilled.

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