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The Best Southern Bread Pudding

By Paula Deen

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Paula Deen’s Best Southern Bread Pudding recipe gets its name for a reason—it really is the best recipe out there! It’s a sweet and custard-like dessertShow more
Paula Deen’s Best Southern Bread Pudding recipe gets its name for a reason—it really is the best recipe out there! It’s a sweet and custard-like dessert with flavors of vanilla and brown sugar that can be served warm or cold.

Difficulty: Easy

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Servings: 15

Ingredients

  • 3 cups divided granulated sugar
  • 5 large beaten eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 teaspoons divided vanilla extract
  • 3 cups cubed allow to stale overnight in a bowl Italian bread
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted, plus 1/4 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 beaten, for the sauce egg
  • 1/4 cup brandy

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350º. Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan.

Mix together 2 cups granulated sugar, 5 eggs and milk in a bowl; add 2 teaspoons vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.

In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, 1/4 cup softened 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 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 egg, and 2 teaspoons 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.