Rise and shine on Christmas morning with this make-ahead breakfast casserole.
Drain bacon on paper towels; discard drippings.
(If using sausage, cook over medium-high heat until brown.
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Drain off fat.)
Meanwhile, grease a 2-quart baking dish; set aside.
Spread one side of bread slices with butter.
Cut bread into 1-inch cubes.
Place half of the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle with half of the bacon.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, whipping cream, dry mustard, salt, and pepper.
Gradually pour egg mixture over layers in dish.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 24 hours..
Preheat oven to 325F.
Bake, uncovered, for 50 to 55 minutes or until center is set (170F).
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
