Banana-Walnut Bread Pudding

1. 1

   Bring the cream to a simmer.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, whisk yolks and sugar until the sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   Scrape the vanilla-bean seeds into the yolks and toss the husk into the cream.

4. 4

   Whisking constantly, pour a small amount of hot cream into the yolk mixture, then whisk in the rest.

5. 5

   Strain through a fine sieve and discard the vanilla-bean husk.

6. 6

   Place the bread, bananas and walnuts in a deep 9-inch-by-13-inch baking pan.

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   Pour in enough cream mixture to cover the bread well (you may have a bit left over).

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   Let sit for 20 minutes.

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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    Mix the bread pudding gently, then cover the pan with foil.

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    Place in a larger pan, add enough hot water to come partway up the sides of the pan and bake until the pudding is set and a knife inserted comes out almost clean, about 1 1/2 hours.

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    Serve with Banana Caramel Sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.