Bread Pudding With Corn

Submitted by katie in the UP

"I found this recipe in Gourmet August 2008. Posted for safe keeping."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon corn oil
• 1 bunch scallion, sliced using only half of the green parts
• 4 cups corn kernels, fresh recommended can use frozen
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika or 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper, plus extra
• paprika or red chili pepper, to sprinkle on top
• 1⁄3 cup chopped fresh parsley, can use cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped dill, can use basil
• 4 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 5 cups cubed bread, without crusts
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1⁄2 cup half-and-half or 1/2 cup milk

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Butter a 3 qt gratin dish or casserole.
3. Heat oil in a wide skillet over med high heat. Add the scallions, corn and paprika (or red chile) and cook until the scallions have softened and the corn is heated through, about 4 minutes.
4. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and stir in the parsley or dill.
5. Whisk the eggs and milk with 1/2 tsp salt and pour it over bread in a bowl. Add the corn mixture and cheese and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Pour over the half and half or milk.
6. Bake until puffed and browned about 45 minutes. Add dash of paprika or chile to the top and serve.

Reviews

[Miss_Elaine]

My first try at savory bread pudding, and a great success! I used whole grain bread, crust and all, and it was good. I also skipped the paprika and chili pepper, and used my favorite McCormick blend. Also, I replaced half of the corn with fresh chopped broccoli. I will definately make this again!