Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
  
• ²/₃ cup half-and-half
  
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  
• ¹/₂ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  
• 4 cups crusty bread, such as batard, levain or ciabatta, torn into 1/2-inch pieces
  
• 12 ounces pork or chicken breakfast sausage, casings removed
  
• 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 1/4 cup)
  
• 3 green onions, finely chopped
  
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  
• Maple syrup, for serving (optional)