Directions

1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. When cool, crumble the bacon and set aside.
2. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in the skillet. Add onion, cover and cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and cook over medium heat until caramelized, about 5 minutes.
3. Cook the broccoli in a small amount of lightly salted water for 3 minutes. Drain.
4. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in bread cubes, broccoli, caramelized onions, cheese and crumbled bacon. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish, cover and chill for 2 hours.
5. Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake, covered, for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 20 – 30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
6. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Bake per instructions above.