Ingredients

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced4 eggs, separated1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups warm mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Preparation

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. In a bowl, beat egg yolks until light, about 2 minutes. Beat in onion, mustard and pepper. Place potatoes in a bowl; fold in egg yolk mixture. set aside 2 tablespoons bacon. Fold cheese, parsley and remaining bacon into potatoes. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; fold into potato mixture.

Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until set and edges are golden brown. Serve immediately.