I have never tried savoury bread pudding, but this looks so delicious I can’t wait. Your pictures and descriptions of the Christmas morning look so intimate and peaceful, and this pudding sounds like the ideal complement to it.
Wow sounds like an absolutely amazing meal! I really haven’t ever tried a savory bread pudding – the closest I’ve come is a stove-top stuffing. But this sounds like a good one to start with – anything with arugula and gruyere has got to be delicious in my book! Thanks for sharing!
The Zuni Cafe Roast Chicken and Bread Salad is amazing, you should definitely try it. But, this also reminded my of another Judy Roger recipe (I’m pretty sure there’s an Alice Waters one out there too) for Onion and Swiss Chard Pannade. It’s like bread pudding, with the bread and savory vegetable and cheese layers, but instead of a custard, you ladle broth over the whole thing and bake it slow and low until sumptuously tender on the inside and crusty on top. Almost like a baked french onion soup casserole. And, the leftovers are fantastic — microwaved at work, or pan-fried at home topped with an easy-over egg.
and this bread pudding o’de gods, Tim, is why i NEVAH look at Lottie & Doof unless i’m already eating. you lead me down the slippery path but i love it. my lunchtime fave.
PS — I found your blog a few weeks ago, and have been loving every bit of it. you’re an excellent inspiration to me. thanks for sharing your life with us!
Looks amazing! Someone brought a vegetarian version with kale to my “friends Thanksgiving” dinner and it was delicious, but I’m guessing this is an example of better with bacon.
Also, I had the bread pudding at Ruxbin last weekend…. so good, I was bitter I had to split it!
i was searching for recipes all afternoon, for a work appetizer potluck… and low and behold.. i think i’ve found it. this looks so yummy, and who wouldn’t want cheesy bread!? i love this blog! thanks for the great recipe. happy new year!
I’ve been trying to eat a little healthier for a week or so and then I stumble across this….Damn you, I just must try this! It simply looks too sensational to ignore.
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Caffettiera says:
January 17th, 2011 at 12:44 pm
I have never tried savoury bread pudding, but this looks so delicious I can’t wait. Your pictures and descriptions of the Christmas morning look so intimate and peaceful, and this pudding sounds like the ideal complement to it.
Laura says:
January 17th, 2011 at 4:29 pm
Wow sounds like an absolutely amazing meal! I really haven’t ever tried a savory bread pudding – the closest I’ve come is a stove-top stuffing. But this sounds like a good one to start with – anything with arugula and gruyere has got to be delicious in my book! Thanks for sharing!
the good soup says:
January 18th, 2011 at 12:08 am
This reminds me of that incredible bread salad in Judy Roger’s Zuni Cafe Cookbook. I always add some wilted greens…
Tim says:
January 18th, 2011 at 10:21 am
g.s.-I’ll have to look up the Zuni Cafe recipe, sounds great!
Michelle says:
January 18th, 2011 at 11:42 am
I’ve never had a savory bread pudding like this. Sounds amazing.
Patsy says:
January 18th, 2011 at 11:56 am
The Zuni Cafe Roast Chicken and Bread Salad is amazing, you should definitely try it. But, this also reminded my of another Judy Roger recipe (I’m pretty sure there’s an Alice Waters one out there too) for Onion and Swiss Chard Pannade. It’s like bread pudding, with the bread and savory vegetable and cheese layers, but instead of a custard, you ladle broth over the whole thing and bake it slow and low until sumptuously tender on the inside and crusty on top. Almost like a baked french onion soup casserole. And, the leftovers are fantastic — microwaved at work, or pan-fried at home topped with an easy-over egg.
Maura says:
January 18th, 2011 at 1:07 pm
and this bread pudding o’de gods, Tim, is why i NEVAH look at Lottie & Doof unless i’m already eating. you lead me down the slippery path but i love it. my lunchtime fave.
Annalea says:
January 18th, 2011 at 1:10 pm
who needs an excuse? making this!!! love your blog!!!
Kristin says:
January 18th, 2011 at 8:22 pm
So, so glad you liked it, Tim. It looks beautiful (and sounds like a perfect Christmas lunch).
Katie says:
January 18th, 2011 at 9:57 pm
Love the idea of a savory bread pudding. Bacon makes everything better!
kristin @ contented me says:
January 19th, 2011 at 12:44 pm
i HAVE to make this. thanks so much for sharing!
PS — I found your blog a few weeks ago, and have been loving every bit of it. you’re an excellent inspiration to me. thanks for sharing your life with us!
Sivan Harlap says:
January 20th, 2011 at 5:20 pm
O.M.G.
Emily says:
January 21st, 2011 at 2:58 pm
Looks amazing! Someone brought a vegetarian version with kale to my “friends Thanksgiving” dinner and it was delicious, but I’m guessing this is an example of better with bacon.
Also, I had the bread pudding at Ruxbin last weekend…. so good, I was bitter I had to split it!
jonahliza says:
January 24th, 2011 at 1:47 am
i was searching for recipes all afternoon, for a work appetizer potluck… and low and behold.. i think i’ve found it. this looks so yummy, and who wouldn’t want cheesy bread!? i love this blog! thanks for the great recipe. happy new year!
Travel Food Phil says:
January 25th, 2011 at 10:47 am
Not a big fan of bread puddings, but anything with bacon and cheese in it is worth a try!
Akemi S. says:
January 25th, 2011 at 10:49 pm
savory bread pudding?! *faint* i have to try this! mmm.
stephanie says:
January 28th, 2011 at 7:46 pm
Arugula & Gruyere are two of my favorite ingredients. Love this idea.
Louise @ Kitchen Fiddler says:
January 29th, 2011 at 11:23 pm
Okay, I officially swooned while reading this post! I will definitely have to try this, and thanks for the inspiration.
Jillian21 says:
February 1st, 2011 at 5:22 pm
Just got home from being stuck in the blizzard…and this will be tonight’s project thanks for another great recipe!!
Tim says:
February 1st, 2011 at 7:28 pm
perfect blizzard food. enjoy!
Ashley says:
February 6th, 2011 at 3:50 pm
Four of my favorite things in one dish. Thanks so much for this recipe. I hope it finds it’s way to my breakfast table soon.
Angela says:
March 26th, 2011 at 6:55 pm
I made this a month ago and it was great! Making it again tomorrow for a brunch. YUM!
russ says:
November 22nd, 2011 at 3:02 am
added squash to this recipe and it was DELICIOUS. Thanks so much. Really helped make it a perfect night.
Jill Mant says:
December 11th, 2011 at 11:42 am
I’ve been trying to eat a little healthier for a week or so and then I stumble across this….Damn you, I just must try this! It simply looks too sensational to ignore.