A perfect dish to prepare the night before when company is staying.
4 cups cubed day old bread
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 large eggs, slightly beaten
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) package sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
Grease a 3-quart casserole and line with bread cubes. Sprinkle with cheese.
Mix eggs, milk, dry mustard, salt, onion powder and pepper. Pour evenly over the bread and cheese. Sprinkle sausage, mushrooms and tomatoes on top of the casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat oven to 325F (160C).
Bake uncovered approximately 1 hour. Serve hot.
Makes 8 servings.