Savoury Asparagus & Chicken Bread Pudding - Chicken Farmers

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb (0.4 kg) asparagus, fresh
• 1 cup (250 mL) green onions, sliced
• 2 cups (500 mL) mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) red peppers, diced
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) salted butter
• 3 cups (750 mL) cooked chicken
• 8 slices whole grain bread
• 6 eggs, medium
• 4 cups (1 L) 1% milk
• 1 tsp (5 mL) Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp (5 mL) Italian dried herb mix
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) old cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) parsley, fresh, minced
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) sweet paprika