MAKE-AHEAD SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM SAVORY BREAD PUDDING

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Call it a strata, a stuffing, a dressing or a savory bread pudding-by any name, this dish is delish! It's the perfect make-ahead for a special brunch, or serve it with a side salad for dinner; either way, it's certainly nice enough for company. But what's even nicer is that this dish features well-loved and easy-to-find ingredients, like breakfast sausage and Cheddar cheese. So make your next brunch feel just a little fancier with this flavorful new twist on a bready breakfast bake!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 9h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 eggs
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
8 cups cubed soft French bread
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb bulk breakfast sausage
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 package (8 oz) mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix eggs, whipping cream and broth. Add bread; toss to coat in egg mixture.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sausage; cook 7 to 9 minutes or until browned. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl with egg mixture.
  • Add onions, mushrooms and salt to fat in skillet; cook over medium-high heat 9 to 12 minutes or until mushrooms are browned. Stir in garlic; remove from heat. Cool 3 minutes. Stir into egg mixture; stir in cheese. Pour mixture into baking dish. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 12 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until at least 165°F in center and knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes. Top with herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 185 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 680 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Ramiz Raja
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I'm not a big fan of bread pudding, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I would definitely make it again.


Ryan Kibby
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This bread pudding was easy to make and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.


Fasmi Fasmi
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The bread pudding was good, but it wasn't anything special. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Md Rifajul
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The bread pudding was too dry for my liking. I think I would add more milk or cream next time.


pubj Hunter
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This bread pudding was a little bland for my taste. I think I would add more seasoning next time.


Ded Grinder
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I made this bread pudding for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


David Gutierrez
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This recipe is a keeper! The bread pudding was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Nuralam Islam
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I loved this bread pudding! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect.


Rashid Balouch
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This bread pudding was delicious! The sausage and mushrooms added a great flavor and the bread pudding was so moist and fluffy.


Malik Tauqeer
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I've made this bread pudding several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and it's always moist and flavorful.


Teresa Crow
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This recipe was easy to follow and the bread pudding turned out great! I used a spicy sausage and the bread pudding had a nice kick to it.


Md Mohasin
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I made this bread pudding for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the bread pudding was so moist and flavorful.


Camren Williams
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This savory bread pudding was a hit with my family! The sausage and mushrooms added a delicious umami flavor, and the bread pudding was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.