Spinach and Jack Cheese Bread Pudding

Submitted by Wish I Could Cook

"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: 30mins
• Ingredients: 9
• 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.

Reviews

[mersaydees]

Made as directed with Jack cheese. Simple, easy, and tasty. Thanks, Wish I Could Cook! Made for Veggie Recipe Swap.

 

[bonnie-one]

I made this as written except with colby jack cheese, added a can of rinsed and drained tiny shrimp, and add an extra cup of the cheese , which I sprinkled on top. It is Yummy! Thanks for the recipe.

 

[AcadiaTwo]

I made this almost as directed. I used a mixture of jack & cheddar cheese, plus I made one side heavier on the spinach as my DH doesn't care much for it. I felt it was delicious and satisfying. Next time I make it, I'll cook it a little longer. Made for Veg 'N Swap tag #28.

 

[vicscottuk]

Very easy and tasty. Looks good when it comes out of the oven too

 

[French Tart]

Made EXACTLY as posted and VERY much enjoyed! Sorry, the one exception was the American cheese, which I subbed with Cheddar! In order to get around the wet spinach, you MUST drain it well and mix it WELL with the eggy bread and cheese mixture! Enjoyed as a light supper meal last night. Made for Veggie swap as a recipe-nap by me, the VIP chef of the month! Merci! FT:-)