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Bacon, Cheddar, and Bell Pepper Bake on a plate

Bacon, Cheddar, and Bell Pepper Bake

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 12 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 4 cups cubed French bread

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon in a skillet until almost crispy; drain on paper towels and crumble bite-size.
  2. Whisk eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and paprika in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Spray a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray; layer bread in bottom.
  4. Sprinkle bacon, cheese, peppers, and onion evenly over bread.
  5. Pour egg mixture over everything; press gently to soak bread.
  6. Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking; preheat oven to 375°F.
  8. Bake covered 30 minutes; uncover and bake another 10 minutes until golden and puffed.