1 1/2 c. Bisquick baking mix
1 tbsp. sugar
2 eggs
3/4 c. milk
1/4 c. maple flavored syrup
1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.)
12 slices of bacon or 1 lb. hot sausage

1. Heat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Grease and flour rectangular baking dish, 13 x 9 x 2 inches.

3. Beat baking mix, sugar, eggs, milk, syrup and 1/2 of the cheese with hand beater until smooth; pour into dish.

4. Bake uncovered until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes.

5. Sprinkle pancake with remaining cheese and the bacon or sausage. Bake uncovered until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes longer. Serve with maple flavored syrup if desired. Makes 12 servings.