Toad-in-the-Hole Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Cut hole in centre of each of 4 bread slices, using 1-1/2-inch cookie cutter or rim of drinking glass.
3. 3
   Set cut-out bread slices aside.
4. 4
   Discard bread centres or reserve for another use.
5. 5
   (See tip.)
6. 6
   Spread remaining 4 bread slices with margarine.
7. 7
   Place, margarine-sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese.
8. 8
   Top with cut-out bread slices to make four sandwiches.
9. 9
   Break 1 egg into each hole.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and the bacon.
11. 11
    Bake 15 to 20 min.
12. 12
    or until cheese is melted and egg is set.