I've made this bread pudding twice... First time, I realized that only 3 cups of bread was not nearly enough to even cover the bottom of a 13x9 pan! So I used the entire loaf minus the crusts (about 8 cups) and even using that much bread, it was still way, way tooooo sweet! The second time I made it, I decreased the overall sugar by one cup (still using an entire loaf of Italian bread), and it was still very sweet. Another thing, both times I made it, it fell as it cooled after rising all the way to the top of the pan when I took it out of the oven... why was that? Other than still being a bit too sweet, it was very good, but I would like to perfect it more. I would appreciate it very much if anyone can share any ideas on how to make this recipe even better or address the problems I had with mine.

By Diane on April 24, 2013

hello paula Iam your biggest fan me and my husband are from saint marys georgia thats my wish is to meet you and eat at your resturant in savannah ihave sugar i take medicine for it i love your recipes for your famous sweets could you please send me some recipes diebetic i love my southern food to much paula please help me thank you so much yau'll I love you and your shows thanks charlene lott from sc

By charlene lott on February 17, 2013

Paula, My daughter just called me and told me about a recipe you had on your show today, 12/10/12, Holiday Bread Pudding. I checked on your web site and on the food network but couldn't find anything close to what she discribed to me. Could you please e-mail me a copy of that recipe so I can make it this Holiday. Thanks so much. Just love watching your shows. My e-mail add is listed above. Thanks again. Eileen Young from Magnolia Texas.

By Eileen Young on December 10, 2012

What can I use instead of brandy?

By Ella on November 19, 2012

I followed your instructions for making the bread pudding, and it was really good. A little too sweet. Next time I'll cut the sugar to 1 1/2. This was my very first bread pudding. I was a little afraid at first because I've never done anything like this before. This gave me courage to try more of your recipies. thank you.

By Mary A McG on November 08, 2012

Paula I admire your taste and your recipes are fabulous. I made your chocolate pound cake for a work contest and there weren't even any crumbs left. Everyone wanted the recipe, I just grinned and said they would have to talk to you. Thanks a bunch Teresa

By Teresa McCoy on October 20, 2012

yummy.

By linda torres on September 24, 2012

yummy.

By linda torres on September 24, 2012

I had this bread pudding at the Horshoe casino in Elizabeth IN. It is the best bread pudding I have ever tasted.

By Bonnie Dickson on September 24, 2012

Love a lot off your recipes. Maple Pork Chops, to luv and die for.

By Barbar Stepp on July 17, 2012

I tried your bread pudding , and it did'nt turn out as well as it did at the horseshoe southern Indiana casino hotel. Did they use a different recipe? When I asked them they said it was your recipe.HELP!

By Don mcCurdy on July 17, 2012

Miss Paula, I am trying your bread pudding and for my friend's First Holy Communion.

By alfred on July 05, 2012

love your bread pudding !!!!!

By nancy wilkinson on June 04, 2012

Try using challah which is Jewish egg bread similar to brioche instead of Italian bread for this recipe. More better!!!

By ICUTravelNurse on April 20, 2012

Try using challah which is Jewish egg bread similar to brioche instead of Italian bread for this recipe. More better!!!

By ICUTravelNurse on April 20, 2012

please tell where I can fine bill bread pudding on your program on april 14,2012. Made with donut and brandy and raisin, etc.You mention a friend pudding. I enjoy your program . patsy

By patsy brazelton on April 18, 2012

Dear Paula, I made your bread pudding today....and it was a huge success. Thank you so much for your wonderful recipes. Ashley

By Anonymous on April 08, 2012

Hi Joyce, The recipe calls for 1/4 cup.

By Jonathan Able on April 02, 2012

this is the best bread pudding you are the best dessert cook i eva none you keep cooking on t.v. and i wish i could meet you in person love ashley.

By ashley on March 26, 2012

Dear Paula, I have not had the chance to try out any of your recipes, however, I am sure they are delightful and I can't wait to try your bread pudding recipe for Church event on Easter Sunday. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in cooking (Louisiana cuisine) with everyone. In my eyes, you are our national treasure in the American gastronomy. P.S. Each one of us is unique in our own special way like spices and ingredients in cooking. No more and no less!!! Mrs. C. from Chattanooga, TN

By Anonymous on March 20, 2012