Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the richness of this Southern Bread Pudding with its luscious texture and comforting flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this recipe has been passed down through generations, originating from an old Southern cookbook. The highlight of this dessert is the warm Bourbon Sauce that complements it perfectly, adding a touch of sophistication to every bite.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Raisins | 2/3 cup |
| Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Pure vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Bourbon | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread and milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the milk.
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Mix in the Remaining Ingredients:
- To the bread and milk mixture, add the eggs, sugar, raisins, butter, and pure vanilla extract. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Transfer to Casserole Dish:
- Grease a 3-quart casserole dish and spoon the bread mixture into it, ensuring an even distribution.
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Bake the Pudding:
- Preheat your oven to 325ยฐF (165ยฐC). Bake the bread pudding, uncovered, for approximately 1 hour, or until it becomes firm and slightly golden on top.
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Allow to Cool:
- Once baked, remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool in the casserole dish for at least 20 minutes before serving.
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Prepare the Bourbon Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine the butter and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves completely.
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Incorporate the Egg:
- Once the sugar has dissolved, add the egg to the saucepan, stirring briskly with a wire whisk until it is well blended.
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Finish the Sauce:
- Continue to cook the sauce over medium heat for about 1 minute, ensuring it thickens slightly. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
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Add Bourbon:
- Stir in the bourbon until it is fully incorporated into the sauce, adding a delightful depth of flavor.
Serving:
- Spoon the bread pudding into individual serving bowls and generously drizzle each portion with the warm Bourbon Sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic Southern dessert.
