Slow Cooker Savory Bread Pudding with Sausage and Cheese
This hearty and comforting dish brings together rustic bread, savory sausage, melty cheese, and fragrant herbs in one warm and cozy casserole. Perfect for brunch, a make-ahead dinner, or a lazy Sunday meal.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups day-old bread cubed
- 1 pound sausage cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or your choice
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or non-stick spray.
- Place the cubed bread into the slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage and shredded cheese over the bread cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, sausage, and cheese in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
- Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Notes
For added richness, try a mix of cheeses such as cheddar and gruyère. You can also substitute the sausage with cooked bacon or vegetarian sausage if you like. This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or fresh fruit.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 802kcalCarbohydrates: 38.3gProtein: 35.8gFat: 55.5gSaturated Fat: 26.3gTrans Fat: 1.2gCholesterol: 277mgSodium: 1450mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 8.3g
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