BACON BREAD PUDDING

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Provided by Ayesha Curry

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 6 appetizer or 12 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 slices thick-cut bacon
4 ounces breakfast sausage, casing removed
4 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One small loaf brioche or challah (about 14 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
1 cup shredded Cheddar
2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped scallion

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange the bacon, closely spaced, on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, flipping halfway through, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is lightly browned but not at all crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Meanwhile, add the sausage to a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Drain alongside the bacon.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F. Beat the eggs and half-and-half in a large bowl. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a generous grinding of black pepper. Fold in the bread cubes and the cooked sausage and let soak for 5 minutes.
  • In a 12-cup muffin tin, line each cup with a slice of the bacon, making a ring so the ends overlap. Divide the bread mixture among the cups, using a tablespoon to keep it neat. Sprinkle the tops with half of the Cheddar, followed by the red pepper and scallion and then the rest of the Cheddar.
  • Bake until puffed and golden and a tester inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, about 20 minutes. Remove the bread puddings from the muffin tin with a fork. Serve hot or warm.

Raven Roccaforte
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover bread and bacon. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Martin Henry Jusu
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I'm not a big fan of bacon, but I actually really enjoyed this bread pudding. The bacon flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Shani Jan
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I made this bacon bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Omar Ourfali
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This was my first time making bread pudding, and it was a success! The bacon bread pudding was moist and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch of smokiness.


Makayla Whitfield
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I had some trouble finding thick-cut bacon, so I used regular bacon instead. It turned out fine, but I think the thick-cut bacon would have been better.


Asasira Simon
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a delicious and easy-to-make dish.


Hikmat Rai
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bacon bread pudding was a huge hit with my family and friends.


MacDrah
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This is the best bread pudding I've ever had! The bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor and the bread pudding is so moist and flavorful.


Angkarn Nanakorn
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I've made this bacon bread pudding several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and bacon.


Gehendra Kanwar
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This was a hit at my brunch party! Everyone loved the unique and savory flavor combination. The bread pudding was moist and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice crispy texture.