How do you make bread and butter Pudding?

Bread and Butter Pudding: A Classic Comfort Food

This recipe is a classic, comforting, and easy-to-make dessert. You can adapt it with different fruits, spices, and even alcohol.

Ingredients:

* 6 slices of white bread (day-old works best)

* 50g butter, softened

* 2 large eggs

* 300ml milk

* 100ml double cream

* 50g granulated sugar

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

* Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

* 100g dried fruit (raisins, currants, cranberries, etc.)

* 1 tablespoon demerara sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the bread: Cut the crusts off the bread and spread each slice with softened butter. Cut each slice into triangles or squares.

2. Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3. Assemble the pudding: Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F. Grease a shallow baking dish (about 20cm x 30cm). Arrange half of the bread in the dish, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with half of the dried fruit. Pour half of the custard over the bread and fruit. Repeat with the remaining bread, fruit, and custard.

4. Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.

5. Serve: Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving. Sprinkle with the demerara sugar for a crunchy topping.

Tips and Variations:

* Fruit: You can use fresh fruit like chopped apples or berries instead of dried fruit. Add them to the custard mixture.

* Alcohol: Add a tablespoon of brandy or rum to the custard for a boozy twist.

* Spice: Experiment with different spices like cardamom, allspice, or ginger.

* Sweetness: Adjust the sugar amount according to your preference.

* Make ahead: You can assemble the pudding ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Bring it to room temperature before baking.

Enjoy your delicious and comforting bread and butter pudding!