Savory Savory Brie, Ham and Gruyère Bread Pudding
This Savory Savory Brie, Ham and Gruyère Bread Pudding is not only delicious but it's also hearty and the perfect breakfast or brunch dish.
Equipment
- Large glass measuring cup
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x13 baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette sliced into 1/2 inch slices
- 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half and half
- 1/2 cup crème fraîche
- 2 tablespoons grainy or dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup grated gruyère cheese
- 4 scallions sliced
- Kosher salt and coarse black pepper
- 6 ounces brie cheese sliced
- 4 ounces sliced ham (Jambon de Paris) cut into strips
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
- Spread one side of each slice of bread with softened butter.
- In a large bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, milk, crème fraîche and mustard until smooth. Add half of the gruyère, half of the scallions and a pinch of salt and pepper and stir until combined.
- Place half of the buttered bread slices into the prepared baking sheet. Tuck in half of the ham slices and half of the brie. Pour half of the liquid mixture over the top. Then top with the remaining bread, ham, brie and liquid. Sprinkle with the remaining gruyère and set aside to soak for 1 hour. You can do this at room temperature or in the fridge if you prefer.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake until golden brown and slightly puffed, about 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!