BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHEDDAR BREAD PUDDING

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Butternut Squash and Cheddar Bread Pudding image

Provided by Molly Wizenberg

Categories     Egg     Side     Bake     Broil     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Dinner     Cheddar     Kale     Butternut Squash     Fall     Shallot     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds peeled seeded butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt plus additional for sprinkling
7 large eggs
2 1/4 cups half and half
6 tablespoons dry white wine
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 day-old baguette (do not remove crust), torn into 1-inch pieces (about 10 cups)
1 cup chopped shallots (about 4 large)
2 bunches Tuscan kale (about 1 pound), ribs removed, kale coarsely chopped
8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss squash with 1 tablespoon oil on rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with coarse salt; bake until squash is tender, turning with spatula occasionally, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Whisk eggs in large bowl. Add half and half, wine, mustard, and 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt; whisk to blend. Add baguette pieces; fold gently into egg mixture. Let soak 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add shallots and sauté until soft, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Add kale; cover and cook 2 minutes. Uncover and stir until kale is wilted but still bright green, about 5 minutes (kale will be a bit crunchy).
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
  • Generously butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Using slotted spoon, transfer half of bread from egg mixture to prepared baking dish, arranging to cover most of dish. Spoon half of kale over bread. Spoon half of squash over bread and kale; sprinkle with half of cheese. Repeat with remaining bread, kale, squash, and cheese. Pour remaining egg mixture over bread pudding.
  • Cover bread pudding with foil. Bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; bake uncovered until custard is set and bread feels springy to touch, about 20 minutes longer.
  • Preheat broiler; broil pudding until cheese browns slightly, about 2 minutes. Cool 5 minutes and serve.

Akinyi Vivivian
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for my family. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


benjie manning
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This bread pudding is so delicious! The butternut squash and cheddar cheese are a perfect combination. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jydi Scheepers
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I've made this bread pudding several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


eptix
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This is a great recipe! I made it for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Samuel Gonzalez
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The butternut squash and cheddar cheese are a great combination and the bread pudding is so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashok Sunar
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This bread pudding is amazing! The combination of butternut squash and cheddar cheese is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sandra Fortuin
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for my family. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Recxn Rebel
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This is the best bread pudding I've ever had! The butternut squash and cheddar cheese are a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Lahim Khan
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I made this bread pudding for my family and they loved it! The butternut squash added a nice sweetness and the cheddar cheese gave it a savory flavor. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Bebe khan Bebe Khan
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This butternut squash and cheddar bread pudding was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was so creamy and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.