Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

corn

2 tsp

olive oil

0.5 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

butter

1.75 cup

onions

chopped

2 tsp

garlic

minced

2.5 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

black pepper

2 cup

cream

5 unit

eggs

2 tsp

Tabasco sauce

2 tbsp

lime juice

4 unit

diced green chilies

diced

8 cup

day-old French bread

cubed

1 cup

monterey jack pepper cheese

shredded

1 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter ten 6-ounce ramekins.

Step 2
~4 min

Place corn on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Roast the corn in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the kernels begin to brown. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Step 4
~4 min

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir in ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.

Step 8
~4 min

Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 9
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10
~4 min

In a large bowl, whisk together cream and eggs.

Step 11
~4 min

Add Tabasco sauce, lime juice, green chilies, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the cream and egg mixture. Whisk to combine.

Step 12
~4 min

Stir in cubed day-old French bread, roasted corn, and cooked onion mixture. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 13
~4 min

Mix in shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese and cheddar cheese.

Step 14
~4 min

Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared ramekins.

Step 15
~4 min

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~4 min

Unmold the bread puddings and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use stale bread for the best texture.

Adjust the amount of Tabasco sauce to your desired level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of regular cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or light lunch.

Pairs well with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Grilled chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest USA

Cultural Significance

Combines traditional bread pudding with Southwestern flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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