Savory Bread Pudding

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I made this yesterday for a pot luck, and it was a great hit. As requested, I'm cross-posting from my LJ.

Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Bread Pudding

2 tbsp olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped finely
3/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced
3 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped (I used more)
1 tbsp. each fresh thyme & rosemary (or 1/2tsp dried)
4 cups cubed French bread with crusts
2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
3 eggs
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock or milk
1/2 tsp. each pepper and salt.

In large skillet, heat oil, add onions & garlic. Cook over low heat until tender and very brown, about 15 minutes. Add mushrooms, cook until tender and all liquid is evaporated. Add herbs. In a large bowl combine onions & mushrooms with bread and cheese. In medium bowl, mix eggs and stock, add salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture and bake in 2 qt. oven safe baking dish at 350 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes, until puffed, set and golden.

Recipe from Canadian Living Magazine.