Imagine the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread mingling with the sweet scent of cinnamon and nutmeg, permeating every corner of your cozy kitchen. Picture yourself sinking your spoon into a warm, velvety slice of bread pudding, topped with a generous drizzle of luscious vanilla sauce. This is not just an ordinary dessert—it is a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to a place of comfort and indulgence. Hold on tight to this recipe, my friend, because once you taste this delectable bread pudding in casserole with vanilla sauce, you will never let it go.
It was a chilly winter evening, and as snow gently dusted the ground outside, the scent of warm spices wafted through the air. My grandmother, a culinary genius with a heart of gold, stood in the kitchen, meticulously preparing her signature bread pudding. As she shared her secret recipe with me, a passion for creating delicious, soul-warming desserts ignited within me. Now, I pass on this recipe to you, dear reader, with the hopes that it will become a timeless favorite in your household, just as it has been in mine.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups of day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 cups milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 3 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 cup butter, melted
– 1/3 cup raisins (optional)
For the Vanilla Sauce:
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
