EGGS BENEDICT BREAD PUDDING
6 English muffins, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 6 oz. package Canadian Bacon (or Ham) coarsely chopped (can add more) 1 bunch fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces. Put chopped pieces in pot of water and bring just to the boiling point. drain. 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 12 large eggs 2 cups milk 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 (1.25 oz.) package hollandaise sauce mix 2 tablespoons fresh chives (or more) 2 tablespoons fresh minced tarragon (or more) --Lightly grease 13X9X2 inch baking dish. Spread English muffin pieces over the bottom --Layer Canadian Bacon, asparagus, and cheeses, then chives & tarragon --In a large bowl place hollandaise sauce in 1 cup of milk. Beat until dissolved. Add remaining milk, whipping cream and eggs. Beat well. Pour over cheeses --Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours --Preheat oven to 350 degrees --Remove casserole from refrigerator and let stand for 30 minutes. Uncover. --Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until center is set. --Serve immediately |