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Breakfast is often heralded as the most important meal of the day, and what better way to start your morning than with a hearty bacon and egg breakfast bake? This delightful dish is not only satisfying but also bursting with rich flavors that promise to please even the pickiest of eaters. The combination of crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese creates a comforting experience that defines the very essence of breakfast indulgence.

Hearty Bacon and Egg Breakfast Bake

This hearty casserole combines crispy bacon, eggs, and cheese with toasted bread for a delicious breakfast dish. It's easy to prepare and perfect for serving a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices bacon chopped
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup day-old bread cut into cubes
  • ¼ cup fresh chives finely chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a skillet, sauté the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving some fat in the skillet.
  • Toast the cubed bread in the skillet for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Layer the toasted bread, bacon, and cheddar cheese in the baking dish.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the layers, ensuring even distribution.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until puffed and a knife comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with chives if desired.

Notes

Serve warm and consider garnishing with sour cream or chives.
Keyword bacon, breakfast, casserole, cheese, easy, eggs, hearty