{"id":46490,"date":"2023-11-11T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-11T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/?p=46490"},"modified":"2024-10-17T22:29:21","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T02:29:21","slug":"savory-bread-pudding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/savory-bread-pudding\/","title":{"rendered":"Savory Bread Pudding with Mushrooms and Gruyere"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This savory bread pudding<\/strong> recipe is rich and comforting, with tender mushrooms and melted cheese. The soft and tender bread mixture is just like sweet bread puddings, while the flavors resemble that of your favorite holiday stuffing. The stale bread soaks up all the flavor from the egg custard and fresh herbs, giving this savory pudding the best flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for more savory breakfast recipes? You’ll love these cheesy breakfast sliders<\/a>, breakfast nachos<\/a>, and steak and potato breakfast hash<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When we think of bread pudding, we immediately think of dessert. But all that bread and custard is the perfect vehicle for savory ingredients like cheese, herbs, and veggies. And I’m so excited to share this savory bread pudding with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

​You’re looking at a mega flavorful savory bread pudding with rich and soft dough, wild mushrooms, and melted gruyere cheese. Soak bread cubes in a rich egg custard overnight and enjoy baking it whenever you’re ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to the eggs and versatile flavors, you can make this a savory Thanksgiving side dish or serve it in the morning as a breakfast casserole. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Recipe testing note:<\/strong> I tested this recipe with just milk and then with a mixture of milk and cream, and the heavy cream option added so much richness to the dish. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Need a lazy morning? Prep it the night before, let it soak, and the next morning you have an incredibly rich and savory breakfast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need another savory side dish? Try savory sweet potato casserole<\/a>, Boursin mashed potatoes<\/a>, gluten free stuffing<\/a>, or cauliflower gratin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Make Savory Bread Pudding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are the step-by-step instructions, with images, for this easy savory bread pudding. Skip down to the recipe card below for the full printable recipe<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dry out the bread: <\/strong>leave the torn bread out on a large rimmed baking sheet for 2-3 days OR bake them at 200°F for 1 hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saute the veggies: <\/strong>Melt butter in a large skillet. S<\/strong>aute wild mushrooms, shallots, and celery over medium heat until they’re soft and fragrant. Add garlic, fresh sage, and thyme, then simmer with white wine for a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make the custard base:<\/strong> Whisk together eggs, water, heavy cream, milk, salt, pepper, and shredded gruyere in a large bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Success Tip<\/strong>: Purchase a block of cheese and shred it yourself. Pre-shredded cheese contains preservatives that prevent it from melting as well.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Layer the pudding and soak:<\/strong> place half of the stale bread in a single layer in a greased casserole dish. Add half of the veggie mixture then repeat with more bread and veggies. Pour the egg mixture evenly on top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Success tip<\/strong>: Soaking for a long time helps the stale bread soak up all the custard. It gives it a great texture!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Bake<\/strong>: Top with more shredded gruyere cheese and some parmesan cheese. Bake the vegetarian bread pudding for 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees F, until warmed through, the cheese is melted, and the top is golden brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Savory Bread Pudding Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Want to switch up the ingredients next time? All of these swaps would make a delicious savory casserole!<\/p>\n\n\n\n