Asparagus Artichoke Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 slices rustic bread (about half a loaf), or 6 cups 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubed
• 2 ounces bacon (2 to 3 thick-cut slices), roughly chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed of tough bottoms, spears sliced on the diagonal, in 1-inch long pieces
• One (15-ounce) canned artichoke hearts (packed in water), drained, chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced chives or green onion greens
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper