1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. shortening
5 to 6 tbsp. water
1 lb. sliced bacon
8 slices cooked ham
8 oz. sliced Swiss cheese
4 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/4 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt

Combine flour, salt and pepper in mixing bowl. Cut in shortening until particles are fine. Sprinkle water over mixture while stirring with fork until dough holds together. Form into a square. Flatten to 1/2 inch thickness; smooth edges. Roll out on a floured surface to 15 x 10 inch rectangle. Fit loosely into a 13 x 9 inch pan. Fry bacon until crisp. Drain on absorbent paper; crumble.

Place ham slices on bottom of pastry lined pan. Top with cheese slices, then with bacon. Combine eggs, milk and salt; pour carefully over bacon. Combine eggs, milk and salt; pour carefully over bacon. Bake at 425 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly browned and set. Cool 5 to 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

TIP: If desired, prepare crust ahead, and fit into pan, add ham, cheese and bacon. Cover tightly and refrigerate. Just before baking add egg and milk mixture. Increase baking time about 5 minutes.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.