Spinach and Jack Cheese Bread Pudding

A delicious departure from quiche, this savory bread pudding is easier to prepare and very satisfying. Courtesy of Vegetarian Meals, published by Hearst Books/Sterling Publishing 2007.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 6  large eggs
• 2  cups skim milk
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 1  pinch ground nutmeg
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1  cup  shredded monterey jack cheese (4 ounces)
• 8  slices  whole wheat bread, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. In large bowl, with wire whisk, beat eggs, milk, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until blended.
2. With rubber spatula, stir in spinach, Monterey Jack cheese, and bread cubes.
3. Pour mixture into lightly greased 13" by 9" ceramic or glass baking dish.
4. Bake bread pudding until browned and puffed, and knife inserted in center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
5. Remove from oven; let stand 5 minutes before serving.