COLORFUL BACON & EGG BAKE

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Whip this tasty breakfast casserole up the night before to make the morning meal a snap. Our Test Kitchen uses peppers, bacon and cheese to lend home-style appeal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup julienned sweet orange pepper
1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper
6 cups cubed day-old bread
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
9 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups milk
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salsa and sour cream, optional

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. In same skillet, saute sweet peppers in drippings until tender; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in bacon, bread and cheese. , In another large bowl, combine eggs, milk, chilies, chili powder and cumin. Pour over the bread mixture; gently stir to combine. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with salsa and sour cream. Freeze option: After assembling the unbaked casserole, cover and freeze up to 3 months. To use, completely thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve as directed. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

msehliselo ndlovu
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I love the way the bacon and eggs cook together in this dish.


Fardina Ahmed
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This is a great recipe for a brunch party.


David & Carrie Ike
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit.


Alicia Ward
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This dish is so colorful and flavorful. I love it!


Imthiyaz Abdhulrahman
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy breakfast.


Alice Yukio
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Delicious and easy to make! I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Tuhin Tanvir
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the way the colors pop.


Dada Hannah
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I made this for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Armstrong Ibara
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's simple to follow and the results are always delicious.


Asmau Ado
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I love the versatility of this dish. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some diced tomatoes and spinach.


Shamrooz Gill
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover bacon and eggs.


Wasif Raza
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This is the perfect dish for a lazy Sunday morning. It's easy to make and it tastes amazing. I highly recommend it.


soso mohd
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I'm not a big fan of breakfast, but this dish changed my mind! It was so delicious and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Xitlali Pacheco
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Great recipe! I made this for my brunch guests and they all raved about it. The presentation was beautiful and the taste was even better.


Michael Kioko
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This dish was so colorful and flavorful! I loved the combination of bacon, eggs, and vegetables. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be adding this to my breakfast rotation.


Essence Blue
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The bacon was crispy, the eggs were fluffy, and the vegetables were tender. I served it with a side of toast and it was the perfect breakfast.


MS Lamia Akter Roja
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This bacon egg bake was a hit with my family! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


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