Ingredients

  • 1 lb bacon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 4 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (mild or sharp)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Separate bacon slices and arrange on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Place in the oven as it preheats and bake until the bacon is crisp, 10-12 minutes; drain off the fat.
  • Using 1 tablespoon butter, coat a shallow 3-quart casserole.
  • Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet.
  • Add the onions and mushrooms and saute over medium heat, stirring, for 5-10 minutes, until the onions are tender.
  • Arrange the potatoes in the bottom of the dish, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Top with the cooked bacon slices, then the onions and mushrooms.
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and parsley.
  • Pour over the casserole and top wih the cheese.
  • Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 45 minutes, or until set and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.