Recipe Courtesy of Paula DeenServings: 8 to 10 servings
Cook Time: 50 min
Difficulty: Easy
2 cups granulated sugar
5 large beaten eggs
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 cups cubed Italian bread, allow to stale overnight in a bowl
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened
1 cup chopped pecans
For the sauce:
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 egg, beaten
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup brandy
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan.
Mix together granulated sugar, eggs, and milk in a bowl; add vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.
In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, butter, and pecans.
Pour bread mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle brown sugar mixture over the top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set. Remove from oven.
For the sauce:
Mix together the granulated sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir together until the sugar is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.
Dear Paula, so sorry tohear you have type2 diabetes,so do I.but like you said it ain't no death sentence.But with that said, I sure hope you will be making us some diabetic recipes,for I don't know how to eat just right yet, your help would be much appreciated. thank you Ruby Corbett 3519 Hagan,st Farmville,NC27828
By Ruby Corbett on January 29, 2012
what can i sub for the brandy
By jean on January 13, 2012
I have tried many of Paula's recipes and oh how wonderful they are. Just bought her new cookbook Paulas Southern Cooking Bible and can't wait to try some of those recipes. A friend was telling me that Paula has a show on tv today( Jan 10)about pineapple bisciuts. I would love to get that recipe also. Would it be possible for you to return an email about this. Thanks in advance if possible.
By Carol Clark on January 10, 2012
Paula You are the best, I wish you could taste my dishes. When ever you get a chance to come to San Diego you are cordially invited to my home.Take care and thank you for your awsome help. Rocio Rojas <3
By Rocio Rojas on November 27, 2011
the bread pudding was great!!!!!!!!!!! i add some of my own touches to it two whole granny smith apples and 2/3 cups raisins 1/4tsp of ground cinammon and 1/8tsp of salt. This bread pudding was a hit at Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks
By pallow on November 25, 2011
I was preparing to make the Best Bread Pudding and noticed that it called for only 3 cups of cubed bread. What I tore apart to cover the whole pan was almost triple that. Now I'm in a quandry as to how much to increase the other ingredients if at all. Is this recipe correct?
By Sandra Davis on November 23, 2011
have been searching for a Great bread pudding after having spent some time in the south. In the north we don't eat a lot of bread pudding. Thanks for the receipt.
By Ronnie Stoesz on November 22, 2011
i was looking for the recipe for the punch bowl cake you had on the show wiyh the sourcream porkk chops. please send thanks
By brenda green on November 21, 2011
you are my favorite cook on food networke and i would love to meet you i love to cook i wish i could reamber how my mom made her patato salad
By BRENDA WOKFRAM on November 19, 2011
Paula..your laughter is great and infectious. Your receipies are delicious. So glad I had a chance to say how very much you I enjoy you.
By Janice DenHerder on November 08, 2011
My cousin gave me your recipe for the bread pudding,I'm hook like a fish I make it twice a month.and it's gone by a blink of an eye thank you!!
By Andrea on November 07, 2011
Awesome : ) is all I have to say no matter what you are the best cook just love bread pudding OMGthx you
By Fred Maul sr on November 03, 2011
Hi Shanetta, The recipe calls for 1/4 cup brandy.
By Jonathan Able on October 03, 2011
Dee Rambo! Thanks for your comment, it help me because I was thinking how good it will be the bread pudding without the sauce. My dad is diabetic and always like to try my desserts, but I try to keep the sugar just to he less.
By Bertha on October 02, 2011
I made your Gooey butter cake the other night and it was awesome, today I am making the Chocolate Gooey butter cake. My family cant wait for it to be done and cooled, so they can scoop some ice cream on top and enjoy.. Thank You for all your AWESOME recipes.
By Rhonda Woodward on September 18, 2011
i was going to test out this best bead pudding ever but it didnt tell me how much brandy to use
By shanetta on September 15, 2011
I have been making bread pudding for over 30 years and decided to try a new recipe. You recipe was the easiest to make and had my mouth watering to make more. I did not use the brandy topping because the bread pudding had enough flavor to stand on its own and it did not need anything else. It is rich and moist. Thankyou for always smiling and creating recipes that are easily to read, reproduce and enjoy. Dee Rambo September 9 2011
By Anonymous on September 08, 2011
Hi Paula, As we all know, times r hard!! But, I make one heck of a breakfast sandwich. What I understand at one time u & ur sons sold out of the car. Well, I would love to make hot sandwiches on my days off and follow construction sites or find the perfect spot to sell sausage/egg/cheese sandwiches etc. How do I start, do I need a permit, just give me some love and motivation. I know how I want to finish by being profitable. Please help me with some guidance. I previously work in hospitality as AM Hostess. Just wanna make some extra for da household. Thank-you for ur time. Respectfully, Gayle Watts
By Gayle Watts on September 06, 2011
Am I the only one that doesn't see anything about Brandy in the actual recipe?!?
By Anonymous on August 27, 2011
Paula, I have made this from a show I saw you do and it is wonderful... It is so good that I have not been able to make the sauce because the pudding is gone before I can make it. People eat it right out of the oven. An 18 year old neighbor told me that it tasted like hot ice cream. Thanks for the receipe and for your great program. I am retired and one of these days I am going to see what else Savannah has to offer beside a great cook and her family. MTFBWY (May The Force Be With YOu) That is 21st centruy talk for God Bless.
By Rev. Ron Hofmann on August 17, 2011
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