Kentucky Cheese Pudding

Name: Kentucky Cheese Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 6 cup Bread; 3 cup sharp cheddar; 0.5 cup Butter; 4 Egg; 2 cup Milk; 1 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper

A rich casserole of bread, sharp cheddar, and eggs baked into a savory custard, served at holiday meals.

🇺🇸United States· Kentucky

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 60 min
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: 340 kcal

Equipment

•Casserole dish
•Mixing bowl

Nutrition

Per serving, approximate

Calories: 340 kcal
fat: 22
carbs: 20
protein: 13
calories: 340

Instructions

1
Heat your oven to 350°F. Rub butter all over the inside of a casserole dish.
2
Place half of the bread cubes in the dish and cover with half of the cheddar. Repeat with the remaining bread and cheese.
3
Pour the melted butter evenly over the top.
4
Whisk the eggs, milk, salt, and cayenne together in a bowl until well blended.
5
Pour the egg mixture evenly all over the bread and cheese.
6
Let the dish sit for 15 minutes so the bread soaks up the egg mixture.
7
Bake for 40-45 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
8
Serve warm as a side dish.

Chef's tips

Let the bread mixture sit for at least 15 minutes before baking so it fully absorbs the liquid. Use day-old bread for the best texture, as it holds its shape better than fresh bread.