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Spinach Pesto Cheddar Bread Pudding

a savory bread pudding - great alternative to stuffing
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 2 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Continental
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

  • 5 cups diced bread
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons spinach pesto
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup frozen green peas defrosted

Instructions

  • Leave bread out at room temperature, uncovered for a few days until it is hard and stale.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pesto, salt and paprika until thoroughly combined. Add cheese and mix to combine.
  • Place bread in a square baking dish and toss with the green peas. Pour egg mixture over bread pieces. Toss well so that all the bread pieces are well coated and none remain dry. With your hands, press down on the mixture to make sure there are no air pockets and it is well compacted.
  • Bake for 45 minutes.
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