Hearty Healthy Breakfast Casserole

BRAND WINNER HOOD CARB COUNTDOWN. Prep: 15 min., Cook: 4 min., Bake: 45 min. Egg substitute may be used in place of the eggs.

Yield: Makes 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

• 1/2  cup  diced red bell pepper
• 1/2  cup  chopped Vidalia onion
• 4  large eggs
• 1  cup  Fat Free Dairy Beverage
• 3/4  cup  (3 ounces) shredded Cheddar CHEESE
• 1/4  cup  Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/4  teaspoon  pepper
• No-Stick Cooking Spray
• 4  100% Whole Wheat Bread slices, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 6  tablespoons  reduced-fat bacon bits

Preparation

1. Sauté diced bell pepper and chopped onion in a nonstick skillet over medium heat 4 minutes or until tender.

2. Whisk together bell pepper mixture, eggs, dairy beverage, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl.

3. Coat a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. Layer bread pieces evenly in dish; pour egg mixture over bread, and sprinkle with bacon bits.

4. Bake at 350° for 30 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve immediately.