HAM & SWISS BREAD PUDDING

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This rich and hearty brunch dish is loaded with ham, mushrooms and cheese, plus layers of sliced French bread. It's a terrific choice when you have overnight guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
18 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick), divided
1/2 cup stone-ground mustard
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
8 large eggs
4 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Warm maple syrup, optional

Steps:

  • Pour 1/4 cup butter into a 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. Spread both sides of bread with mustard. Arrange 9 slices in baking dish. , In a large skillet, saute the ham, mushrooms and garlic in remaining butter until mushrooms are tender. Add the onions; cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute longer. Spoon over bread; sprinkle with cheese. Arrange remaining bread on top. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, cream, salt and pepper. Stir in parsley; pour over bread., Place dish in a larger roasting pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake at 325° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858 calories, Fat 69g fat (41g saturated fat), Cholesterol 415mg cholesterol, Sodium 1152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

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