Savory Asparagus Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Savory Asparagus Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb day-old white bread; 3 cups milk; 1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried dill; 1 lb asparagus; 4 ounces mushrooms, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot; 1 cup shredded cheese

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan or casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Using a serrated knife, cut the bread into 3/4-inch cubes and put all of the cubes in a large bowl.
3
In medium bowl, whish together the milk, broth, eggs, salt, pepper, and dill until combined. Pour the mixture over the bread.
4
Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus and cut the spears into 1-inch pieces. Add them to the bread along with the mushrooms and shallots.
5
Fold everything together well to combine the ingredients. Spoon them into the prepared pan and pat down the top to compact the ingredients. Sprinkle the cheese evenly ever the top.
6
Bake the pudding for 45 minutes, or until the top is browned and crisp and there is no liquid in the center. Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting into portions.

461

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb day-old white bread, 3 cups milk, 1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth, 3 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Savory Asparagus Bread Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Savory Asparagus Bread Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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