Hash Brown Egg Bake

Submitted by Sally Bigoness

1 pkg. (32 oz) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed

1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

1 cup (4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1/4 to 1/2 tsp. salt

8 eggs

2 cups milk

Dash paprika

In a large bowl, combine hash browns, bacon, 1/2 cup cheese and salt.  Spoon into greased 13”x9”x2” baking dish.  In a bowl, beat eggs and milk until smooth; pour over hash brown mixture.  Sprinkle with paprika.  Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until golden.  Top with remaining cheese

Can be prepared in advance, covered and refrigerate overnight.  Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.

Serves 8