Description
Savory Leek and Gruyère Bread Pudding is a heartwarming dish that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting culinary masterpiece. This rich, creamy pudding features soft, golden bread soaked in a velvety custard infused with sweet leeks and nutty Gruyère cheese. Perfect for brunch or as a festive side dish, it’s sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old French bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups leeks, sliced (white and light green parts only)
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese, grated
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the leeks until soft and translucent (5-7 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place torn bread pieces in the baking dish. Layer with sautéed leeks and half of the Gruyère cheese.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread and gently press down to soak.
- Top with remaining Gruyère cheese and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg