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Savory Bacon, Onion, And Herb Bread Pudding

Savory Bacon, Onion, And Herb Bread Pudding prepared dish

This savory bread pudding combines crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for a comforting dish perfect for brunch or a cozy dinner. The rich custard base ensures a delightful texture, making it a crowd-pleaser.

This recipe is american style, breakfast, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 40 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 40 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include milk, black pepper, bacon, garlic.
  • Follow all 9 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 8 slices bacon (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 6 cups stale bread (cubed)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Add the cubed bread, cooked bacon, caramelized onions, parsley, and thyme to the egg mixture, stirring to combine.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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