Parmesan Bread Pudding

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If you’ve ever wondered what to do with leftover bread, this Parmesan bread pudding is the answer. It takes simple, everyday ingredients and turns them into a warm, savory dish with a creamy center and a golden, crispy top. The combination of eggs, milk, and Parmesan cheese creates a rich, satisfying flavor that feels both comforting and a little elevated. Whether you serve it for brunch, dinner, or as a side dish, this recipe is an easy way to make something special without a lot of effort.

Ingredients:

2 cups milk
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 whole eggs
2 egg yolks
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2-1/2 cups 1/2-inch Italian bread cubes

To Prepare:

Step 1: Scald milk in a saucepan and add garlic.

Step 2: Remove mixture from heat and cool for 15 minutes, then strain through a sieve, discarding garlic.

Step 3: In a bowl, slowly whisk together whole eggs and yolks.

Step 4: Add milk in a slow stream, whisking continuously. (Milk will curdle if added too quickly.) Continue whisking and stir in parsley, salt and pepper.

Step 5: Add 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to mixture.

To Prepare:

Step 1: Divide bread cubes among 8 well-buttered muffin tins, custard dishes or ramekins.

Step 2: Ladle custard mixture over bread, dividing evenly among tins or dishes.

Step 3: Let mixture sit for 10 minutes. (At this point, pudding can be prepared 8 hours in advance and chilled.)

To Prepare:

Step 1: Divide bread cubes among 8 well-buttered muffin tins, custard dishes or ramekins.

Step 2: Ladle custard mixture over bread, dividing evenly among tins or dishes.

Step 3: Let mixture sit for 10 minutes. (At this point, pudding can be prepared 8 hours in advance and chilled.)

This Parmesan bread pudding proves that simple ingredients can create something truly satisfying. It’s flexible, comforting, and easy to adapt with whatever you have on hand. Once you try it, it might just become your go-to recipe for turning leftovers into something worth sharing.