A savory bread pudding layered with sausage, zucchini, bell peppers, green onions, and cheddar cheese. Serve this delicious casserole with fresh fruit and a pitcher of mimosas, Enjoy!
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Servings: 10
Ingredients
8eggs
3c.milk
2tsp.dried oregano
1/4tsp.kosher salt
1/8tsp.ground black pepper
1lg. loafFrench breadcubed into 3/4-inch pieces
1 (1 lb.) pkg.Jimmy Dean Italian Sausagecooked, crumbled, drained
2c. (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheesedivided
1med.zucchinicut lengthwise in half, then thinly sliced
6green onionsthinly sliced (green parts only)
1/2c.red bell pepperchopped
1/2c.green bell pepperchopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Beat eggs, milk, and seasonings in a large bowl with a wire whisk until well blended. Add bread cubes; stir gently until evenly coated. Gently stir in cooked sausage, 1½ cups cheese, and vegetables (do not over-stir or it will turn to mush).
Pour into a lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into 12 squares to serve.
Cook’s Note: Prepare using 1 pkg. Jimmy Dean Regular Flavor, Sage Flavor, or Hot Pork Sausage Roll in place of Italian Flavored Sausage Roll, if desired.