Making Irresistible Comforting Savory Bread Pudding with Mushrooms is easy if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Prepare Bread: In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread with the sautéed mushroom mixture, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
4. Mix Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Pour this mixture over the bread and vegetable mix. Gently fold everything together until the bread is soaked.
5. Add Cheese: Stir in the grated cheese, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. The top should be golden brown and firm to the touch.
8. Cool Slightly: Once done, remove from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

This step-by-step guide will help you create a savory bread pudding that is sure to impress!