FRENCH QUARTER BREAD PUDDING

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Very yummy addition to any brunch buffet. This is an old family heirloom from my French auntie. Serve with a lemon or bourbon sauce. Enjoy!

Provided by SANTACRUZ

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 pound) loaf French bread
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 ¼ cups milk
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cut bread into 1 inch thick slices. Arrange bread slices and pecans on a baking sheet and drizzle with melted butter; toast lightly.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar and vanilla. Put bread and pecans in a lightly greased 7x11 in casserole dish. Pour egg mixture over bread. Make sure that bread slices are saturated with liquid.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, until golden. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.6 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 420.3 mg, Sugar 28.8 g

Prof Ebuka
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I've made this bread pudding several times now and it's always a success. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a simple weekend breakfast.


Madiya Abdullahi
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This bread pudding is a great way to use up leftover croissants. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Samantha Johnz
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I love this bread pudding! It's the perfect comfort food on a cold day.


Reitumetse Mothoa
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This bread pudding is a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. It's also perfect for potlucks and holiday gatherings.


Fatema Akthar
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I've been making this bread pudding for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover croissants and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


hassan bazil
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This is the best bread pudding recipe I've ever used. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Arjun Chunara
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Laree Zimmerman
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This bread pudding is a must-try for any bread pudding lover. It's rich, creamy, and full of flavor.


MD Sakil Ahmed
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I've tried several bread pudding recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and spice.


Jubayer Vai
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This bread pudding is a great way to use up leftover croissants. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


mr shabazkhan
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I wasn't sure how this bread pudding would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's delicious! The croissant pieces give it a nice texture and the cinnamon-sugar mixture is the perfect topping.


Lukwago Akram
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This bread pudding is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of croissant and cinnamon-sugar.


Faith Farren
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I've made this bread pudding several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover croissants.


Waseem Elahi
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This is the best bread pudding I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful, and the croissant pieces add a nice touch of texture.


Tonya Cross
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I made this bread pudding for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture and the delicious flavor.


Raja rayyan
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This bread pudding is a delightful treat! The flavors of the croissant and the cinnamon-sugar mixture are a perfect combination.