Step into a world where recipes are cherished heirlooms, passed down through generations, and each bite carries the warmth of tradition — Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce. This nostalgic dessert is a journey back in time, evoking the flavors and aromas that graced the kitchens of yesteryears. A symphony of textures, aromas, and flavors, this bread pudding embodies the essence of comfort, simplicity, and indulgence all at once. With its humble origins and heartwarming preparation, it reminds us that the most cherished recipes often come from the heart. As we uncover the story behind this timeless treat, we’ll explore the sentiment, craftsmanship, and the genuine love that Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce brings to every gathering and every soul it touches.
Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Ingredients
4 cups (8 slices) cubed white bread
1/2 cup raisins
2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Sauce Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon vanilla
Directions
- Heat oven to 350°F. Combine bread and raisins in large bowl. Combine milk and 1/4 cup butter in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted (4 to 7 minutes).
- Pour milk mixture over bread; let stand 10 minutes.
- Stir in all remaining pudding ingredients. Pour into greased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until set in center.
- Directions for Sauce:
- Combine all sauce ingredients except vanilla in 1-quart saucepan.Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and comes to a full boil (5 to 8 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla
- To serve, spoon warm pudding into individual dessert dishes; serve with sauce.Store refrigerated.