Tracy Jones Midland, Texas, writes: "I wanted to share a Christmas breakfast recipe given to my mother, Cherry Jones, by Ann Westerman, a lifelong friend. My family quickly adopted the tradition of preparing this dish on Christmas Eve, then baking it on Christmas morning while opening our presents."
The thick slices of garlicky bread in this dish are known as Texas toast.
Cooks' note:
Dish can be assembled (but not baked) 12 hours ahead and chilled, covered with buttered foil. Bake as directed above.
