Follow these steps for perfect results
French bread
Soaked
Milk
Eggs
Sugar
Vanilla
Oleo
Melted
Raisins
Optional
Butter
Sugar
Egg
Beaten
Whiskey
To taste
Soak bread in milk and crush with hands until well mixed.
Add eggs, sugar, vanilla, and raisins (optional) and stir well.
Melt butter.
Pour melted butter into a 9 x 13 inch pan.
Add pudding mixture to the pan.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) until very firm, about 35 minutes.
Let cool completely.
Cube the pudding.
Prepare whiskey sauce.
Cook sugar and butter in a double boiler until very hot and well dissolved.
Add well-beaten egg and whip quickly to prevent curdling.
Let the sauce cool.
Add whiskey to taste.
When ready to serve, add sauce to the cubed pudding.
Heat under broiler until warm.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Use day-old bread for best results.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with whiskey sauce.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Garnish with fresh berries.
Pairs well with the sweetness and richness of the pudding.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A staple dessert in Creole cuisine, often served during special occasions.
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