Biltmore's Bread Pudding This is rich and very tasty. It is a really nice way to use up old bread. I will use the recipe often.
Recipe By : Inn On Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time: Categories : Puddings Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 8 cups cubed day-old bread 9 eggs 2 1/4 cups milk 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup butter, melted 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon CARAMEL SAUCE: 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup heavy whipping cream Place bread cubes in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour evenly over bread. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water and lemon juice to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook until sugar is dissolved and mixture turns a golden amber color. Stir in butter until melted. Add cream. Remove from the heat. Serve with bread pudding. Yield: 12 servings. Recipe Author: Inn On Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina Recipe Source: The Best of Country Cooking 2009 Author Note: Here's a great way to turn stale bread into a luxurious dessert. The caramel sauce truly carries this sweet treat over the top! _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list [email protected] http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
