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["Preheat the oven to 350u00b0 F.", "Spray a 9x13"" casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.", "Place two sheets of paper towels on a large dinner plate, and set aside.", "Set a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the bacon strips in the skillet. Fry the bacon until brown and crisp, about 6-8 minutes, flipping once.", "Transfer the bacon strips onto the paper-towel lined dinner plate, do not discard the bacon fat.", "Return the skillet to the heat and add the thawed hash brown potatoes. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula, until slightly golden brown. Remove from the heat.", "In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.", "Using clean hands, crumble the bacon into small pieces and transfer the the egg mixture. Add the hash brown potatoes and shredded cheese. Fold with a rubber spatula until the bacon, potatoes, and cheese are evenly distributed.", "Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.", "Transfer the dish to the middle rack of the preheated oven.", "Bake the casserole for 40-45 minutes, until it is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.", "Remove the pan from the oven. Allow the casserole to cool for at least ten minutes before serving.", "Cut the casserole into squares, or simply transfer to a plate with a large spoon. Serve."]
