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Rustic Artichoke Leek Bread Pudding

Savory Rustic Artichoke Leek Bread Pudding You'll Love

Discover the delight of Rustic Artichoke Leek Bread Pudding, a savory twist on breakfast that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Pudding
  • 8 cups Crusty Bread can substitute with gluten-free bread
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can use butter for enhanced flavor
  • 2 cups Leeks use only the white and light green parts
  • 1 can Artichoke Hearts drained and chopped
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half or plant-based cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese consider vegan cheese for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme or dried thyme if fresh isn't available
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rustic Artichoke Leek Bread Pudding
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cube your crusty bread into bite-sized pieces and let dry for about 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté leeks for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  5. Fold sautéed leeks and artichokes into the custard, then add cubed bread and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  6. Pour mixture into baking dish and sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and custard is set.
  8. Cool for 10-15 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This bread pudding is a fantastic vegetarian dish that can be customized with various ingredients.

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