Best 10 Simple And Rustic Savory Bread Pudding Recipes

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For a simple, yet decadent and heartwarming meal, a rustic savory bread pudding is an excellent choice. This dish combines the comfort of bread pudding with the robust flavors of savory ingredients, creating a unique and satisfying dish. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast, a filling lunch, or a comforting dinner, a savory bread pudding is sure to hit the spot. With its versatile nature, this dish can be tailored to your personal preferences with a variety of ingredients, from hearty vegetables to savory cheeses and herbs.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

RUSTIC BREAD PUDDING RECIPE



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An easy rustic bread pudding recipe that's plain & simple, but so delicious. Use any kind of stale bread. Great for dessert or breakfast.

Provided by Ann Drake

Categories     Bread     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5-6 cups dense bread ((cut into cubes))
4 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes.
  • Lightly butter a 9 inch pie pan or an 8 x 8 square pan.
  • Put the cubed bread into the prepared pan. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, or bowl of a stand mixer, combine eggs and sugar.
  • Beat on high for 1 minute.
  • Add vanilla, butter and milk.
  • Beat on high again for 2 minutes.
  • Place the baking dish with the bread in a bigger oven-safe vessel. Add water so it goes up the baking dish about 1/2 inch.
  • Pour egg mixture over bread cubes. Use a spatula to press the bread cubes into the egg mixture.
  • Let rest for 15 minutes so the bread can soak up the egg & milk mixture.
  • Place your pans in the oven.
  • Bake for 55 - 70 minutes. Bread should be golden, and the middle should be set when touched.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Serve warm with whipped cream or dust pudding with powdered sugar.
  • To store cover tightly and place in refrigerator.

SIMPLE AND RUSTIC SAVORY BREAD PUDDING



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This rustic bread pudding goes really well with a raw veggie salad on a crisp bed of lettuce. Feel free to add anything else you would like to have in it. Any hard cheese of your liking that can be grated...oh wait...and maybe dollops of goat cheese...oh my...have fun!

Provided by luvcookn

Categories     Savory

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, rough chop
2 -4 garlic cloves, rough mince
4 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup white wine or 1/4 cup broth
6 -8 whole grain buns, depending on the size
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 dash cayenne
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Saute onion in butter until slightly cooked. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In large bowl, whisk the eggs.
  • Add the milk, wine or broth, and whisk again.
  • Tear the buns into medium to large pieces and add into the milk mixture.
  • Soak for 5 minutes.
  • Add the onion mixture, cheeses, dijon, paprika, cayenne and salt/pepper.
  • Grease a casserole dish or deep pie plate.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 35 minutes or so.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.1, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 265.8, Sodium 647.1, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 19

SAVORY BREAD PUDDING



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I love bread pudding, but in New Orleans they do savory ones to accompany meat-centric dishes. Not the lightest of fare, but the mushroom duxelles makes the day.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for greasing the pan
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
3 ounces cognac
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
1 sourdough batard, such as Acme bakery loaf, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
12 ounces fresh king trumpet mushrooms
3 shallots, peeled and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 spring onion, peeled and sliced thinly

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 3-quart casserole dish with butter.
  • Whisk the eggs, heavy cream, cognac and some salt and pepper in a large bowl. Place the bread slices into the egg-cream mixture and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the mushrooms into large dice and add to food processor along with the shallots and process until finely, finely chopped. Put a large cast-iron pan over medium-high heat and add 4 tablespoons of the butter. Once the pan is heated, add the mushroom/shallot mixture and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat under a medium cast-iron pan to medium-high and add the oil. Once heated, add the sliced spring onion and sear until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total.
  • To assemble, first put a third of the bread in the prepared casserole dish, then half of the mushroom duxelles, half of the seared onion and another third of the bread. Press down and top with the remaining mushroom duxelles and onions. Top with the remaining bread and dot with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter. Put into the oven and bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

SAVORY BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by William Grimes

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 ounces Swiss cheese, grated
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
3 tablespoons butter
4 ounces mixed wild mushrooms (shiitake, oyster, black trumpet or others), sliced
2 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
1 cup chopped Swiss chard leaves
1 leek, white and light green parts only, rinsed well and very thinly sliced
1/3 cup Swiss chard stems, diced
1 large egg
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread, Swiss cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  • In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add mushrooms, and saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to the mixing bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter to the skillet, and add the spinach and Swiss chard leaves. Saute until wilted, about 2 minutes, and transfer to the mixing bowl.
  • Bring a small pan of water to a boil, and add the leeks and Swiss chard stems. Blanch for 1 minute, remove from heat and drain well. Add to bread mixture.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Rub the inside of an 8-inch-square baking pan with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. In a medium bowl, beat egg just until blended.
  • In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine milk and heavy cream. Bring to a boil, and remove from heat. While whisking vigorously, add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg, then return the egg mixture to the pan and whisk until blended. Add milk mixture to the bowl of dry ingredients, and stir. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer mixture to the baking pan, pressing gently on surface. Bake pudding until set, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven. Preheat a broiler with a rack about 6 inches from the heat. Unmold pudding onto a cookie sheet or other flat pan. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top of the pudding, and place under broiler until golden brown, about 20 seconds. Serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 313, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 339 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SAVORY BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe for bread pudding is courtesy of Chef Vitaly Paley and can be found in "The Paley's Place Cookbook."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Puddings & Custards     Bread Pudding Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 pound day-old sourdough bread, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
10 sprigs winter savory or thyme, leaves only, finely chopped
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 pound Fresh Pork Sausage
2 leeks, white parts only, halved lengthwise, washed, and sliced into 1/4-inch half-moons
1 pound small fresh chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned and dried
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large green apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 cups heavy cream
5 large eggs
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons Persillade
Black truffle, thinly sliced, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with melted butter and chopped savory. Transfer to a baking sheet and toast until crispy and golden, about 30 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 375 degrees.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Break up sausage into silver-dollar-sized pieces and add to skillet; cook thoroughly about 10 minutes. Transfer sausage to a large bowl and let cool.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil to skillet. Add leeks and mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until all the liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Stir in apple and transfer mixture to bowl with sausage; let cool.
  • Brush a 9-inch square baking dish with olive oil. Add bread cubes to bowl with sausage and leek mixture; toss to combine and transfer to baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together cream, eggs, vinegar, 3/4 cup cheese, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and the persillade; pour over bread mixture. Cover baking dish tightly with parchment paper-lined aluminum foil and transfer to oven. Bake until a paring knife inserted into the center of the pudding comes out clean, about 1 hour.
  • Uncover and sprinkle pudding with remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Preheat the broiler; broil pudding until golden, about 3 minutes. Cut into squares and serve garnished with truffles if desired.

SARAH'S SAVOURY BREAD AND CHEESE PUDDING



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A savory pudding made with sliced white bread, eggs, Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, and anything else you may want to chuck in!! This is a very nice light dish. Ideal as an evening meal, or even a breakfast with a difference! Optional: Add grilled chopped bacon, mushrooms, ham, tomato, or anything else you can think of!

Provided by Sarah Jayne Davies

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices white bread
2 slices Cheddar cheese
2 eggs, beaten
⅛ cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Make 2 cheese sandwiches by placing cheese slice between 2 bread slices and pressing together. Cut each sandwich into 4 triangles and arrange in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Mix together beaten eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour mixture over sandwiches and sprinkle with grated cheese. (Note: Vary amounts if needed; sandwiches do not need to be totally covered in egg mixture, but egg should soak in and leave a little in the bottom of the dish.)
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown, checking frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 228 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 783.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SAVORY CHANTERELLE BREAD PUDDING



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Make and share this Savory Chanterelle Bread Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter
2 cups cleaned and sliced chanterelle mushrooms (about 10 ounces)
1/2 cup diced onion
1/3 cup diced celery
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
4 cups bread cubes (1-inch cubes of firm, rustic French- or Italian-style bread)
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 tablespoon lemon thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups milk
2 eggs
2 egg yolks

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Saute mushrooms and onion in oil until about 3/4 done, 3-4 minutes. Add celery and cook another 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds, until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  • Toss bread cubes with mushroom mixture, herbs, salt and pepper.
  • Whisk together half-and-half, milk, eggs and egg yolks. Pour over bread and mushrooms, and toss to combine.
  • Butter a 6 qt glass or ceramic baking dish, or spray with non-stick spray. Pour bread pudding into dish, leveling off the top. Bake in preheated oven 50-60 minutes, until the center is barely set. (Do not overcook, or the custard will scramble.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 164.4, Sodium 827.7, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 9.8

SIMPLE BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe is proof-positive that leftover bread can easily be converted to dessert without much work. There's room for customization here: consider adding fresh or dried fruit or a combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cardamom. It makes a great brunch dish, served with fresh fruit compote. Or add a handful of chocolate chips before baking for a decidedly more decadent outcome.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, editors' pick, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, more for greasing pan
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup sugar
Pinch salt
1/2 loaf sweet egg bread like challah or brioche, cut into 2-inch cubes (about 5 to 6 cups)
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm milk, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt. Continue cooking just until butter melts; cool. Meanwhile, butter a 4-to-6-cup baking dish and fill it with cubed bread.
  • Add eggs to cooled milk mixture and whisk; pour mixture over bread. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set but still a little wobbly and edges of bread have browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 192 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SAVORY ROSEMARY BREAD PUDDING



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This is a very simple solution for the leftover bread and cheese from last night's party. Tossing the bread with olive oil before assembling the dish makes the top crunchy and very tasty--reminiscent of good, homemade croutons, which is exactly what it is.

Provided by Syd

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups cubed bread
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
1 cup shredded or crumbled cheese
6 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup 2% milk
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron pan, and cook onion and rosemary in oil until onion is soft.
  • Toss bread cubes with olive oil and onions. Exact measurement of bread is not necessary. Place in a well oiled, deep sided, 9 inch square pan. Toss with 1/2 cheese, and sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
  • Beat together milk, cream, and eggs. Pour over bread in pan. It is fine that the bread sticks out of the custard.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until browned and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean (except for melted cheese).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 197.5 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 296.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

RUSTIC BREAD PUDDING WITH CARAMEL SAUCE



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Bread pudding is such a treat. Every time I see it on a dessert menu, I order it, and I wonder why I do not make it more often myself. Finally, I decided it was time to develop a recipe for bread pudding that works with the crusty artisan bread I make, as well as a recipe for homemade caramel sauce that tempts people to lick their plates. Enjoy!

Provided by Melissa Johnson

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 23

Bread Pudding
800 grams or 10+ cups of cubed/torn crusty bread
4 cups of milk
6 eggs
1 cup sugar
5 Tbsp of unsalted butter melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp nutmeg
Optional
1/2 cup of raisins
1 apple peeled and thinly sliced
ground ginger, cardamom or clove
Caramel Sauce
11 Tbsp butter (1 stick plus 3 Tbsp)
1 1/2 cups of brown sugar (dark or light both work fine)
4-6 ounces of evaporated milk
1 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
Optional
1-2 Tbsp bourbon or whisky

Steps:

  • Bread Pudding
  • Grease a rectangular glass baking dish. (I used a narrow and deep 3 qt baker. A wider and shallower baker may require you to drop the cooking time by 10-15 minutes.)
  • Spread the bread pieces evenly in the greased baking dish.
  • Melt the 5 Tbsp of butter and set aside. (I use the microwave on a low power setting to avoid washing a saucepan.)
  • In a 2-3 quart bowl, ideally with a pour spout, mix the eggs and sugar, then add in the milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Finally mix in the melted butter.
  • Gently pour the contents of the bowl over the bread. Use a wide spatula to press the bread downward to soak up more of the liquid.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, removing from the fridge at least once, partway through, in order to mix the bread, mash it down and break it up a little more.
  • Preheat your oven to 350 F and remove the baking dish from the fridge. Mix, mash and break up the bread one last time before placing it in the preheated oven to bake.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, covering with foil for the final 15 minutes if the bread pudding seems to be getting too toasted.
  • Let it cool at least 20 minutes before serving with the caramel sauce below, ice cream, or whipped cream.
  • Caramel Sauce
  • In a small saucepan, boil the butter, brown sugar, water, and salt for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, and add the vanilla extract and 4-6 oz of evaporated milk until you reach slightly less than the thickness you prefer. (The caramel sauce will thicken a bit more as it cools.) I used 6 ounces of evaporated milk. If I were adding bourbon, I would use less evaporated milk.
  • Pour or funnel the sauce into a jar. This will keep in the fridge for up to a week. Extra sauce can be frozen in a plastic container.

Tips for Making the Best Savory Bread Pudding:

  • Start with High-Quality Ingredients: Use day-old or stale bread for a firm texture, flavorful cheese, fresh herbs, and creamy milk or cream.
  • Add Some Crunch: Incorporate nuts, seeds, or crispy vegetables for added texture and flavor.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs, spices, and seasonings to enhance the savory flavors.
  • Use a Variety of Cheese: Choose a combination of cheeses with different textures and flavors for a more complex taste.
  • Soak the Bread Properly: Make sure the bread cubes are well-soaked in the egg mixture to prevent a dry bread pudding.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the bread pudding until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let It Rest Before Serving: Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Conclusion:

Savory bread pudding is a versatile and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With endless variations and combinations of ingredients, it's a great way to use up leftover bread and create a delicious and comforting meal. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or want to experiment with different flavors and textures, this versatile dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you have some stale bread on hand, don't throw it away – turn it into a delicious and satisfying savory bread pudding.

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