Prepare this casserole the night before serving and look forward to a stress-free morning.

Bacon Breakfast Casserole

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

1. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish and line the bottom with half of the bread slices.
2. Sprinkle bacon, mushrooms and onions over bread. Top with cheese and cover with remaining 4 bread slices.
3. In a medium bowl whisk together milk, eggs, salt and pepper; pour over bread. Cover. Refrigerate overnight.
4. 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.