Bacon, Asparagus and Smoked Gouda Egg Bake

Ingredients

• 1 lb thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 10 eggs
• 3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 container (8 oz) sour cream
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions (8 medium)
• 2 cups shredded smoked Gouda or Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Preparation ---

2. 2

   Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp; drain.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat eggs, flour, milk, sour cream and crushed red pepper with whisk until blended. Stir in asparagus, bell pepper, green onions, three-fourths of the bacon and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese. Pour into baking dish.

4. 4

   Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until mixture is set in center; top with remaining bacon and cheese during last 5 minutes of bake time.

5. 5

   --- Tips ---

6. 6

   You can use other vegetables, such as small broccoli florets, green bell pepper, chopped tomatoes or sliced mushrooms.

7. 7

   You can prepare the egg dish up to a day ahead; stir in bacon before baking. Add about 5 minutes to the bake time.