Biscuit Bread Pudding with Sausage and Mushroom Custard

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

In large saute pan, over medium-high heat, add sausage and cook, stirring often until browned and almost cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove, leaving 1 tablespoon of fat in pan, and reserve.

Add onion and mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and allow to cool slightly.

In large mixing bowl, combine reserved sausage, mushroom/onion mixture, biscuits, Cheddar cheese, and parsley. Toss to combine and season.

In separate bowl, whisk together eggs and half-and-half. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture and stir to combine.

Place in baking dish and allow to set for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow biscuit to absorb liquid and soften.

Place in preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and warmed through.