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Any Bread Pudding Fans Here?

CrazyKittyLvr2 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:50:20 GMT

My late husband loved bread pudding, whereas I, well, it was just ok.

I had a good 1/2 loaf of Italian bread that was going to go to waste if I didn't use it up. I decided to make bread pudding (no idea why given my so so feeling about it) with vanilla sauce. The recipe came from Allrecipes.

Holy Toledo, it was good. I think the sauce made it, it's good straight from a spoon.

Personally I would have added the raisins like the recipe had but DD hates them, so did her Dad.

Any other bread pudding fans?

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Kachina624 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:57:52 GMT

Bread pudding is one of my favorite desserts. I like it with a sauce made with Amaretto. Used to eat at a restaurant that had a wonderful bread pudding on the salad bar. I used to go just for the bread pudding....all I wanted. So good. I like it with raisins.

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Luvitorleaveit1 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:58:17 GMT

My mother made it and as a child/adult I and the family loved it. I have not yet tried to make some of dishes but hopefully one day.

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QVCkitty1 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:59:45 GMT

As old as I am I've never had bread pudding. Maybe I'll give it a try.

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Knit-Chick — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:08:17 GMT

I LOVE bread pudding! I've used brioche bread before and it really comes out good. mmmm... now I have a craving for a warm bowl of bread pudding!

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PinkyPetunia — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:14:03 GMT

I used to make bread pudding when my DH was alive. I am not inclined to make it just for me. You can add anything to it--chocolate chips,nuts, sliced banana, chopped apple, etc. Add cinnamon and vanilla or other extract.

Good way to use up bread. Even whole wheat sliced bread works. Use crust and all.

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kate2357 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:16:52 GMT

I like it if someone else makes it. My dh and two boys won't eat it ... at least they won't eat my bread pudding. LOL. It was on the "we never need to have this again" list.

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BirkiLady — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:19:23 GMT

Bread pudding is a family favorite for brunches on holidays! I've been making it for decades. Each generation loves it.

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spiderw — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:19:46 GMT

Bread pudding is one of my favorite treats. Many years ago when visiting Penn. I ate at a family style restaurant. That place had the best bread pudding. Recently the local bakery had bread pudding and it too was delicious!! I don't have it often but when I do I enjoy every bit!

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faeriemoon — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:27:37 GMT

Love bread pudding! I usually make it with brioche or panettone. If I make it with panettone I also make an amaretto sauce to go with it.

I have also made it with cinnamon bread and topped it with a drizzle of maple syrup.

Adding: After Christmas I use the leftover eggnog (I don't even know why I buy it since it's ALWAYS leftover) for my bread pudding.

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RedTop — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:36:31 GMT

I am not a fan. My farm grandma made bread pudding a lot, due to having an abundance of eggs, fresh milk, and stale biscuits. No amount of sugar, raisins, apples, cinnamon, vanilla, etc., takes away the distinct smell of fresh cows milk you get with every bite.

My sweet Grandma died 50+ years ago, but bread pudding is still not on my radar.

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RespectLife — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:44:52 GMT

I love all bread pudding....this has become the most requested from my family:

Pecan Pie Bread Pudding with Prailine Sauce

This Pecan Pie Bread Pudding has the signature sweet, sticky, crunchy flavor of pecan pie married into a delicious dessert or breakfast treat.

6 cups Italian or French bread, cubed
2 cups milk
3 eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup sugar **I use less
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups pecan pieces
1/4 cup butter, melted
**I've been know to add a splash of Jim Beam Honey Bourbon

Instructions

1. Cube the bread into bite size pieces- it should be a day or two old, not fresh. Place bread in a large bowl.

2. Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and white sugar.

3. Pour over bread to coat completely; let soak for 10 minutes. **I SOAK FOR AN HOUR.

4. Pour the bread mixture into a greased 9 x 13 pan. *I USE A 3 QT TEMPTATIONS OVAL BAKER

5. In a medium bowl, combine corn syrup, brown sugar, and melted butter.

6. Pour the butter mixture over the bread and top with pecans.

7. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

8. SERVE WARM MAYBE WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM OR WHIPPED CREAM

Nutrition

Optional Praline Sauce

3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Meanwhile, prepare the Praline Sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low; whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until foamy and golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk in cream and brown sugar; cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk in vanilla and salt; cook, whisking constantly, until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately over warm bread pudding.

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Foxxee — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:53:47 GMT

I love it and have been trying to find Gelson's recipe in Newport Beach, CA.

I found a recipe on their website, but it's not the same sold in their grocery store. Found one on the internet claiming it is their's, but it's not. I tried to duplicate it, but couldn't get it right.

It's the best I ever had. Anyone have it?

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luvmyteddy4 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:53:29 GMT

Many years ago I found a microwave bread pudding recipe that is really good but I have made many different ways.

Sometimes I use the little rice cooker machine and just do a couple of helpings.

I have to have cool whip on mine. lol

Years ago qvc sold a blueberry bread pudding that was really good, I wish they would bring it back.

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catter70 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 19:17:57 GMT

I used to make it from my great grandmother's recipe, but haven't made in years.

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shoptilyadropagain — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 20:11:30 GMT

I've had it once in a restaurant but it's not something I grew up with. Desserts and bread aren't my favorite thing in the world so while the one I had was OK, it's just not something I ever crave and want to have.

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wagirl — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:34:20 GMT

YES!!! Love bread pudding---made one for Xmas a couple times--one was eggnog and the other made with panettone italian bread---so delicious!! Had one in a restaurant that was apple and cranberry---heavenly!!! would never add raisins to anything!!!

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insomniac2 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:00:27 GMT

I adore bread pudding. A local restaurant served a fantastic array of food (all-you-can-eat), and the bread pudding was to die for!

Unfortunately, the pandemic closed the fabulous food train down.

Miss that pudding!

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CrazyKittyLvr2 — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:08:03 GMT

@shoptilyadropagain Most desserts I can pass on but bread, never.

If given the choice between a wow dessert or a loaf of great warm crusty bread, and some butter, the bread will win every time.

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Carmie — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:18:03 GMT

I make it once in a while. My husband likes it, but he would rather I make rice pudding.

I prefer rice pudding too.