Bacon and Cheese Strata

Ingredients

• 8 slices firm white bread
• 1 small can of diced green chiles
• 8 slices bacon, (cooked and chopped)
• 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, (shredded)
• 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, (drained and patted dry)
• 3 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1/8 tsp hot pepper sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees and coat 2qt baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. 2

   Arrange half of the bread in a single layer in the dish, cutting to fit as needed.

3. 3

   Cover with half of the green chilis, cooked bacon, cheese, and tomatoes.

4. 4

   Repeat steps 2 and 3 for a second layer.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, combine eggs, milk, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce.

6. 6

   Pour egg mixture over casserole.

7. 7

   Bake, uncovered,at 375 for 45 minutes, or until lightly browned.