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Savory Squash Bread Pudding
Rebekah KukRebekah Kuk

Savory Squash Bread Pudding

A super satisfying winter meal that provides a blend of protein, carbs, and fat all in one dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups winter squash or sweet potatoes peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 4 large eggs whisked
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese divided
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 9 cups day old sourdough bread cut into 1-inch pieces

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Peel and cut squash into 1/2 inch pieces. Arrange in a single layer on an oiled baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Bake for 15 minutes or until tender. Remove from oven and reduce heat to 350 degrees.
  2. Meanwhile, saute onion and garlic in olive oil. Prepare other ingredients: whisk together eggs, milk, 1/2 cup cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in large bowl. Cut bread into 1 inch pieces.
  3. Combine cooked squash and bread with milk and egg mixture. Pour into oiled 2 quart square baking dish. Sprinkle remaining half cup of cheese on top.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit about 45 minutes, or until it is golden on top.
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