Holiday Brunch Casserole
Recipe by:Jimmy Dean
Servings: 6

1 package sausage, cooked, drained -- crumbled
4 cups cubed day old bread
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 eggs -- slightly beaten
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Fresh ground pepper -- to taste
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms -- optional
1/2 cup peeled, chopped tomatoes -- optional

Place bread cubes in well-buttered 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Combine the next 6 ingredients. Pour evenly over the bread and cheese. Sprinkle sausage and optional ingredients over the top. Cover and chill overnight. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Bake uncovered for about 1 hour. Tent with foil if it begins to brown too quickly.