Bagel Strata with Sausage and Spring Vegetables

INGREDIENTS

• 7 cups diced bagels (3/4-inch cubes)
• 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
• 6 oz. cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 cup diced asparagus (1/2-inch pieces)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 6 oz. Italian sausage, crumbled and cooked
• 6 oz. grated white cheddar cheese
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups half-and-half