Parmesan Bread Pudding With Broccoli Rabe And Pancetta

Parmesan Bread Pudding With Broccoli Rabe And Pancetta
  • Author: Anonymous

This savory broccoli rabe and pancetta bread pudding is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for any meal. With a mix of garlic, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is both rich and satisfying. The hearty combination of ingredients creates a delicious pudding that is sure to become a new favorite at your table.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 medium bunch broccoli rabe (rapini), trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 kosher salt plus more
  • 1/2 freshly ground black pepper plus more
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 whole milk
  • 1/2 country-style white bread, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups)
  • 1/2 plus 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
  • 6 thin slices pancetta (Italian bacon)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir until garlic is softened, about 30 seconds. Add broccoli rabe; sea-son with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until wilted, about 2 minutes; let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, whisk eggs, milk, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a large bowl to blend. Add broccoli rabe mixture, bread, and 1/2 cup Parmesan; toss to combine. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with pancetta and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
  • Bake pudding until puffed, browned in spots, and set in the center, 45-55 minutes.

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Yield

4-6 servings