HOLIDAY BRUNCH CASSEROLE

By Lenny

Ingredients

• 1 lb. package Jimmy Dean sausage (cooked, drained and crumbled)
• 4 1/2 cups cubed day-old bread
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 10 eggs, slightly beaten
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 tsp. dry mustard
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. onion powder
• Freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional
• 1/2 cup peeled, chopped tomatoes (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Place bread in a well-buttered 9x13" baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Combine the next six ingredients. Pour evenly over the bread and cheese. Sprinkle sausage and optional ingredients over the top. Cover and chill overnight. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Bake uncovered for about 1 hour. Tent with foil if top begins to brown too quickly. NOTE: Cut this in half and bake in an 8x8" pan for 2-3 people.