PECAN BREAD PUDDING WITH RUM CUSTARD SAUCE

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Fat-free ingredients, though not suitable for all baking recipes, work like a charm in this homey dessert. -Virginia Anthony, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup fat-free milk
3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups cubed day-old French bread
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
RUM CUSTARD SAUCE:
1/4 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 tablespoons egg substitute
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon rum or 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon butter flavoring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Gently stir in bread and pecans; let stand for 10 minutes or until bread is softened., Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., For sauce, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a small heavy saucepan. Stir in milk and evaporated milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the egg substitute; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve warm with bread pudding. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

justin Abir 06
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Yum!


Amorey Booysen
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious! The bread pudding had a perfect texture and the rum custard sauce was the perfect complement. Will definitely be making this again.


Rafi Firoz
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This pecan bread pudding was a delightful indulgence! The combination of rum custard sauce and tender bread cubes made for a rich and comforting dessert. My family and friends raved about it. Highly recommended for a special occasion or a cozy night