CHEESY SAVORY BREAD PUDDING MADE IN THE CROCK POT

Cheesy Savory Bread Pudding Made in the Crock Pot image

Provided by Shelia Tucker

Categories Breads

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

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4 oz thin sliced bacon, ( 4 or 5 slices )
1 onion ( chopped
1 red bell pepper, ( seeded and chopped )
2 ribs of celery ( sliced and chopped )
1 clove of garlic ( minced )
8 large eggs ( lightly beaten )
2 c whole milk ( could use 1 large can of evaporated milk
mixed with 1 can of water in place of whole milk )
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
12 slice white bread 1/2 inch thick ( crust removed ) cut into 1 in. cubes
1 c grated cheddar cheese
2 large fresh tomatoes -sliced

Steps:

1. Coat the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray - In a Large skillet over Medium High Heat ,- Cook Bacon till Crispy ( about 5 to 7 minutes ) Transfer Bacon to a Paper Towel lined plate - Pour off all but 1 TBSP. of Bacon grease - Add onion Bell pepper and celery to Skillet - cook, stirring often till softened, ( about 3 to 5 minutes ) When softened Add the garlic, and saute 1 minute longer - Remove Skillet From Heat - Take Bacon and coarsley Chop. Set Aside
2. In a Large Bowl, Lightly Beat Eggs, Milk, Salt , and Pepper - Add Bread cubes and Mixture fom the Skillet, bacon, cheese,and tomatoes, Stir Well and Pour Mixture into the Crock Pot, Cover and cook on LOW , about 3 to 3 1/2 HOURS , to check for Doness, insert a knife in the middle, if it comes out clean it's done .