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🍞✨ Introducing the delectable “Wine and Cheese Bread Pudding” – a luscious dessert creation that combines the richness of madeira wine, the sweetness of raisins, and the savory goodness of Monterey Jack cheese. This adopted recipe promises to be a delightful treat for your taste buds, perfect for those with a penchant for all things cheesy and sweet. 🧀🍇
🕰️ Preparation Time: PT0S (Quick and Easy!)
🍽️ Servings: 8
🔥 Oven Temperature: 350°F

Ingredients:
- 10 slices of your favorite bread
- 1 cup of madeira wine
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- A touch of love (optional, but highly recommended)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 483.9
- Fat Content: 11.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 27.8mg
- Sodium Content: 491mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 78.5g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 32.7g
- Protein Content: 13.2g
Instructions:
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🍞 Preheat and Toast:
- Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them under the broiler until they achieve a delightful light brown color.
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🍇 Prepare Bread Base:
- Tear the toasted bread into bite-size pieces and spread them in an even layer in a 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
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🍷 Wine Drizzle:
- Drizzle the enchanting madeira wine over the bread, ensuring that every piece is moistened.
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🧀 Cheese and Raisin Layer:
- Sprinkle the raisins evenly over the bread, then generously top it off with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Set aside this symphony of flavors.
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🍯 Caramel Creation:
- In a 2-quart heavy saucepan, cook the sugar over medium heat without stirring until it begins to melt at the edges. Start stirring with a wooden spoon and continue until the sugar melts completely, transforming into a straw-colored delight.
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🌰 Golden Syrup:
- Reduce the heat and stir constantly until the sugar adopts the hue of dark honey. Remove from heat and gradually add water while stirring continuously. Be cautious as the mixture will boil up. If any lumps of hard caramel appear, return the pan to heat and boil until the mixture attains a smooth consistency.
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🌈 Cinnamon Infusion:
- Remove the caramel from heat and stir in the ground cinnamon and unsalted butter. Let the aroma of cinnamon fill your kitchen as you create this flavorful concoction.
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🌊 Caramel Cascade:
- Pour this heavenly caramel mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring every piece gets a share of the sweet magic.
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🍽️ Baking Bliss:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake it in the preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes. Your kitchen will soon be filled with the tantalizing scent of baking goodness.
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🔥 Unveiling and Cooling:
- Remove the foil, let it cool for 10 minutes, and behold the golden perfection that awaits you.
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🍨 Serving Splendor:
- Serve this divine creation warm, accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence.
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🌊 Sodium Note:
- Each serving contains 270 mg of sodium, adding a pinch of balance to the sweet symphony.
🎉 Review and Share:
- Now that you’ve embarked on this culinary adventure, share your comments and experiences! Your unique touch might just enhance this adopted recipe even further. Feel free to savor the moment and indulge in the delightful journey of flavors. Happy cooking! 🥂🍰