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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat an 11-by-7-inch glass baking dish or a 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
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To prepare custard: Whisk egg whites, eggs and milk in a medium bowl.
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Add mustard, salt, pepper and basil: whisk to combine.
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Toss bread, arugula, artichokes and sausage in a large bowl.
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Add the custard and toss well to coat.
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Transfer to the prepared baking dish and push down to compact.
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Cover with foil.
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Bake until the custard has set, 40 to 45 minutes.
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Uncover, sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until the pudding is puffed and golden on top, 15 to 20 minutes more.
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Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
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Tip.
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To wilt greens, rinse greens thoroughly in cool water.
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Transfer them to a large microwave-safe bowl.
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Cover with plastic wrap and punch several holes in the wrap.
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Microwave on high until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Squeeze out any excess moisture from the greens before adding them to the recipe.
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Make Ahead Tip.
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To make ahead: Prepare the pudding through Step 3; refrigerate overnight.
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Let stand at room temperature while the oven preheats.
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Bake as directed in Step 4.