Joey's Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 3 cups of cubed white bread
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups of milk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) baking dish.
3. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
4. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
5. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
6. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
7. Add the butter and sugar mixture and stir to combine.
8. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
9. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
10. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Bread pudding is a popular comfort food dessert that dates back to the Middle Ages.
• This dish is believed to be a way of using up stale bread that would otherwise be thrown away.
• Bread pudding is commonly served as a dessert but can also be served as a breakfast dish.