you will need a metal 2 pound coffee can, greased
..Or a 3 pound shortening can
...check to make sure fits inside crockpot
1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced
2 tablespoons butter
8 cups soft bread cubes, somewhat dry
2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (6 ounces)
4 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons minced parsley
In skillet, cook onion in butter until tender.
Place about 1/3 of the bread cubes in can.
Add about 1/2 of the onions, 1/2 of the chicken
and 1/2 of the cheese.
Repeat layers, ending with remaining bread cubes.
Press mixture down lightly, if necessary, to fit.
Beat eggs, milk and salt together.
Slowly pour over bread. Cover tightly with foil and
set in crockpot/slow cooker. Pour 1/2 cup water
into cooker, around can. Cover and cook on LOW f
or 8 to 9 hours. Remove from cooker and let stand
10 minutes. Gently loosen edges with a knife then
carefully turn out into a serving bowl. Garnish with
snipped parsley.
Makes 6 servings.