Bacon N' Cheese Strata - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 slices firm white bread
2 scallions, chopped (including green)
8 slices pre- cooked bacon, chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Preparation

Coat shallow baking dish with cooking spray.
Arrange half the bread in single layer in dish, cutting to fit.
Cover with half the scallions, bacon, cheese and tomatoes.
Repeat for a second layer.
Combine eggs, milk, pepper and hot-pepper sauce.
Pour over casserole.
Cover.
(Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 hours).
Heat oven to 375\u00b0F.
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until lightly browned.
If browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.