Nothing beats the smell of this Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce baking in the oven – it’s the perfect way to use up extra bread and create something special.
11 pound loaf of stale French bread or Italian bread
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the hot buttered rum batter, milk, and rum over medium heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until the batter is dissolved and the mixture is warmed through, about 5 minutes.
Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and beat well. Working very slowly, temper the eggs by drizzling 1/4 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg bowl, whisk eggs as you pour. Repeat this process until all of the milk mixture is combined with the eggs.
Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes and add them to the large bowl. Use a wooden spoon to toss the bread cubes, coating them evenly in the egg mixture. Let rest for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Transfer the soaked bread cubes to a buttered 9x13 baking dish. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
Notes
To store Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding, cover it tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can freeze it by wrapping it in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil; it will stay good for up to 2 months.To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight if frozen, then warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through. You can also microwave individual portions for 1-2 minutes.