Steeplechase Brunch - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 slices white bread, crust removed (I use Pepperidge Farm)
2 to 3 Tbsp. butter, softened
1/3 c. butter or margarine
1/3 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 1/3 c. thinly sliced yellow onions
salt and pepper to taste
1 lb. mild bulk sausage
1/2 lb. Cheddar cheese, grated
4 eggs
1 3/4 tsp. dry mustard
3/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
3/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Preparation

Butter 1 side of the bread with softened butter and set aside. Melt 1/3 cup butter and brown mushrooms and onions over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes or until tender.
Season to taste with salt and pepper; drain and set aside.