Italian Bread Pudding
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 25
Serves: Serves: 4 as a main dish or 8 as a side dish
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) pasta-ready or Italian seasoned diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1-1/2 tsp. dried basil or oregano or 3/4 tsp. each
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes or freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups cubed Italian bread (about 4 oz.)
- 1-3/4 cups (7 oz.) Sargento® Bistro® Blends Shredded Mozzarella & Asiago Cheese with Roasted Garlic, divided
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley (optional)
Directions
In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Add tomatoes, dried basil and pepper flakes; mix well. Add bread cubes and 1 cup cheese; mix well.
Coat a shallow 1-1/2-quart baking dish or 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon bread mixture into dish; top with remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven 25 minutes or until set in center and cheese is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.