Bacon Potato Puff

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound(s) sliced bacon, diced
• 4 eggs, separated
• 1/4 cup(s) finely chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) pepper
• 2 cup(s) warm mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
• 1/2 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup(s) minced fresh parsley

Preparation

1. • 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.
2. • 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. Yield: 6-8 servings.