Sensational Spinach-Bacon Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Spray 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
3. 3
   Cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels; and crumble.
4. 4
   Saute onions in bacon drippings to soften; drain well.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   Combine sour cream, egg yolks, flour and pepper in large bowl; set aside.
7. 7
   Beat egg whites in medium bowl with mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form.
8. 8
   Stir 1/4 of whites into sour cream mixture; then fold in remaining whites.
9. 9
   Arrange half of spinach in prepared dish.
10. 10
    Top with half of sour cream mixture.
11. 11
    Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheese over sour cream mixture.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with bacon and onions.
13. 13
    Repeat layers, ending with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
14. 14
    Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle evenly over cheese.
15. 15
    Bake, uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until egg mixture is set and top is golden.
16. 16
    Let stand 5 minutes before slicing into wedges to serve.
17. 17
    Optional: Garnish with chopped chives and/or chopped Roma tomatoes.