Savory Bread Pudding

"Savory Bread Pudding is a twist on a sweet Southern classic, made with savory mushrooms, herby pesto, and nutty gruyere cheese. Everything is tossed into a baking dish and baked for 45 minutes. The result is a savory breakfast or side dish perfect for a weekend or holiday brunch or as part of your holiday feast.A savory bread pudding is similar to sweet bread pudding, which uses eggs to bind the bread and other ingredients together. However, this recipe uses browned mushrooms, pesto, and gruyere cheese instead of sugar for a savory twist. The main component of bread pudding is obviously the bread. It’s best to use day-old bread as it soaks up the egg mixture without getting too soggy versus fresh bread. Don’t worry, though. The pudding doesn’t taste like eggs. The egg only serves as the binder for the ingredients."

Preparation Time20 min

Cooking Time45 min

Cooking MethodCasserole, Oven