Bacon Spinach and Smoked Gouda Breakfast Casserole

INGREDIENTS

slices Wright’s thick-cut hickory smoked bacon

slices French bread (cut in 1-inch thickness)

butter (to spread on the French bread)

medium onion (diced)

1/2 cup

red bell pepper (diced )

8 oz

mushrooms (sliced )

5 oz

fresh baby spinach leaves

large eggs

3 cups

milk

3/4 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

pepper (or more to taste)

2 cups

Dutch Garden Gouda cheese (shredded)