Christmas Morning Casserole

I love Christmas morning; opening presents and eating breakfast with a mimosa! This was our casserole this year.


1 loaf french loaf bread, torn into cubes
1 lb. maple pork sausage, browned an drained
1/2 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cup coarsely chopped mushrooms
1 dozen eggs
3-4 cups shredded cheddar cheese (depending on preference – I like more than most)
3 cups milk
2 teaspoons dry mustard
salt and pepper

Saute onion, garlic, and mushrooms in olvie oil over medium heat until tender. In 9×13 greased pan, layer bread cubes (until bottom mostly covered), 1/2 of the sausage, 1/2 of the onion mixture, and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining bread, sausage, oinon mixture, and cheese. In separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, dry mustard, salt, and pepper until mixed. Pour over casserole. Bake at 325 degrees for 50-60 minutes or until knife inserted comes out clean.

I make this the night before and refrigerate. Additional baking time will be needed.

I think a finely chopped green or red pepper added to the onion mixture and sauteed would add a great flavor.