How to Make Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato and Pumpkin Bread Pudding - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can compete with a hearty bread pudding. This classic dish is not only a great way to use up leftover bread, but it’s also incredibly versatile and customizable. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory version, there’s a bread pudding recipe to suit every taste and occasion. One variation that is sure to be a hit at any meal is the Savory Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato and Pumpkin Bread Pudding.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon softened butter, or as needed
  • 1 pound sausage
  • 1 cup diced raw pumpkin
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 cups diced artisanal bread
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Combine sausage, pumpkin, onion, and sun-dried tomatoes in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until sausage is browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer sausage mixture to a large bowl. Mix in bread, heavy cream, Cheddar cheese, eggs, milk, Gruyere cheese, salt, and pepper. Spread mixture in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    772 cal.

    • Total Fat: 65g
    • Saturated Fat: 35g
    • Cholesterol: 352mg
    • Sodium: 1489mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 433mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 583mg