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Traditional Recipe For Bread Pudding


Grandma's Bread Pudding
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Introduction

Bread pudding is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a simple and comforting dessert that is perfect for using up stale bread. This traditional recipe for bread pudding is easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

To make this traditional bread pudding recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
  • 6 cups of cubed day-old bread
  • 2 cups of whole milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup of raisins (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2: Prepare the Bread

Cut 6 cups of day-old bread into small cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of whole milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 4 eggs, 1 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.

Step 4: Combine the Ingredients

Pour the wet ingredients over the bread cubes and stir until the bread is coated evenly. If you're using raisins, you can add them at this point and stir them into the mixture.

Step 5: Let the Mixture Sit

Let the bread mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 6: Pour into a Baking Dish

Pour the bread mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 7: Bake the Bread Pudding

Bake the bread pudding for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy!

Let the bread pudding cool for a few minutes before serving. You can serve it warm or cold, and it's delicious with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream on top.

Nutrition

This traditional bread pudding recipe makes 12 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 311
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 108mg
  • Sodium: 161mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 28g
  • Protein: 6g

Conclusion

Bread pudding is a delicious and comforting dessert that is perfect for using up stale bread. This traditional recipe is easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth. Serve it warm or cold with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream on top. Enjoy!

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