 |
Almond Bread Pudding
|
 |
6 croissants
8 eggs
3 cups milk
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup almond paste, cut into small cubes
1/2 cup chopped almonds
STRAWBERRY CARAMEL SAUCE:
2 cups sugar
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
Cut croissants into 1/2-in. pieces; place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in.
baking dish. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, sugar and extracts. Pour over
croissants; let stand for 10 minutes. Dot with almond paste; sprinkle with
almonds (dish will be full). Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife
inserted near the center comes out clean. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan over
medium heat, cook and stir sugar with a wooden spoon until sugar has melted and
turned a deep amber color, about 20 minutes. Add 1 cup cream (mixture will
|
Printed from tasteofhome.com Jul 24, 2008Copyright Reiman Media Group, Inc © 2008 |