Rustic Mushroom and Herb Bread Pudding

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: 6-8 servings

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed (sourdough or French works well)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add mushrooms and onion; cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic, rosemary, and thyme; cook for 1 minute.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and broth together.
  6. Add bread cubes, mushroom mixture, cheese, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  7. Let sit for 10 minutes to absorb liquid, then transfer to dish.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and set.
  9. Let cool slightly, then serve warm.

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