Savoury Bread Pudding
Savoury Bread Pudding is a heartwarming dish that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal. This delightful blend of day-old bread, eggs, cheese, and fresh vegetables creates a satisfying experience perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each forkful bursts with flavor from the combination of herbs and cheese, making it both easy to prepare and impressive to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main Course/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups day-old bread (French baguette or sourdough), torn into pieces
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers in a pan over medium heat for about five minutes. Add spinach and thyme until spinach wilts.
- Layer half of the torn bread in the baking dish, followed by half of the sautéed vegetables and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top, pressing down gently to ensure bread absorbs the liquid.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for optimal texture; it absorbs custard without becoming mushy. Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add leftover cooked meats for an extra protein boost. For a vegetarian option, omit any meat and substitute vegetable broth if needed.