Classic Comfort Food: Poor Man's Pudding Recipe

This classic Poor Man's Pudding recipe is a comforting and hearty dessert that is perfect for a cozy family meal. Made with simple ingredients like bread, milk, sugar, and spices, this budget-friendly dessert is sure to warm your soul.

Ingredients

• 6 slices of white bread, crusts removed
• 2 cups of milk
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 2 tablespoons of butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Tear the bread into small pieces and place them in the greased baking dish.
3. In a saucepan, heat the milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until hot but not boiling.
4. Pour the hot milk mixture over the bread in the baking dish. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.
5. Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the bread pudding.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with vanilla extract before serving.
8. Enjoy your warm and comforting Poor Man's Pudding!

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