Prepare this casserole the night before serving and look forward to a stress-free morning.
8 slices white bread, crusts trimmed
12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups milk
4 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Grease an 8 inch square baking dish and line the bottom with half of the bread slices.
Sprinkle bacon, mushrooms and onions over bread. Top with cheese and cover with remaining 4 bread slices.
In a medium bowl whisk together milk, eggs, salt and pepper; pour over bread. Cover. Refrigerate overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake casserole, uncovered, for 1 hour or until golden brown and set. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Makes 6 servings.