Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place 1/2 cup shredded cheese evenly the bottom of a 9 inch pie pan. Place in oven for 3 minutes or until melted. Meanwhile place the other 1/4 cup in a medium bowl. Add eggs, chives and salt. Stir well to combine. Pour over melted cheese. Place bacon slices in a weave pattern over the egg mixture. Place in oven to bake for 30 minutes or until eggs are set and bacon is crisp. Store extras in airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.