SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE BREAD PUDDING

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Bread pudding is usually considered a dessert. But this rich and savory version packed with spinach, artichokes and cheese is a perfect side for both dinner or brunch. -Kathleen Fraher, Florissant, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 packages (9 ounces each) fresh spinach
2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
9 large eggs, beaten
2-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese
Dash salt
8 cups day-old cubed French bread

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add spinach; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until wilted. Drain., In a large bowl, combine the artichokes, eggs, cream, cheeses and salt. Gently stir in bread cubes and spinach. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 205mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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