Published April 06. 2011 05:01PM
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes8 slices bacon1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)1 loaf (8 ounces) Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (5 cups)2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup cottage cheese5 eggs1 1/2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon McCormickî Ground Mustard1/2 teaspoon McCormickî Ground Nutmegteaspoon McCormick Ground Black Pepperî1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings. Drain bacon on paper towels; crumble and set aside. Add onion to drippings in skillet; cook and stir 3 minutes or until softened.2. Spread 1/2 of the bread cubes in 13x9-inch baking dish. Layer with 1/2 each of the onion, bacon, Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese. Spread evenly with cottage cheese. Top with remaining bread cubes, onion, bacon, Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese.3. Beat eggs in medium bowl until foamy. Add milk, mustard, nutmeg and pepper; beat until blended. Pour evenly over top. Press bread cubes lightly into egg mixture until completely covered. Let stand 10 minutes.4. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown.Makes 12 servings.Nutritional Information Per Serving: 260 Calories, Fat 16g, Carbohydrates 14g, Cholesterol 128mg, Sodium 492mg, Fiber 1g, Protein 15g
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