Mediterranean Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
3. Add the cubed bread and chopped pecans to the mixture, stirring gently to coat. Allow the bread to soak up the custard for about 10 minutes.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and drizzle with melted butter.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
6. Let it cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Chef’s Tips

• For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the dish.
• Mix in dried fruits like raisins or figs for a Mediterranean twist.
• This pudding can be made a day ahead and reheated before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Approximate: 450 calories, 8g protein, 50g carbs, 24g fat

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