Orange Custard Bread Pudding
•1 loaf (16 ounces) sliced raisin-cinnamon bread
•2 cups Tru Moo Orange Scream Milk
•3 large eggs
•1/2 cup granulated sugar
•1 table spoon grated orange peel
•1/4teaspoon ground nutmeg
•1/4teaspoon orange extract
•1/8teaspoon salt
• confectioners’ sugar
Heat oven to 350˚ F. Cut raisin bread into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups). In large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, orange peel, nutmeg, orange extract and salt. Toss with raisin bread to mix well.
Butter 2-quart casserole or baking dish. Pour bread mixture into dish. Place in center of deep, ovenproof pan. Pour boiling water into pan until it reaches halfway up sides of dish. Place pan on center rack in oven. Bake until just set, about 40 minutes. Carefully remove from oven.
To serve, sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar. Serve warm. Fall is perfect for making time for fun before the busy holiday season - go for a fall picnic, visit your local orchard or pumpkin patch, and take advantage of all the flavors fall has to offer. Try these delicious, comforting, no-hassle fall ideas that won’t carve a big chunk out of your budget:
* The great taste of seasonal produce can stand on its own, adding star power to simple recipes. Baked pears or apples are a sweet, festive treat. Slice them in half and fill with walnuts, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake until the sugars caramelize and fruits soften.
* Take on-the-go snacks to the next level by coating almonds or garbanzo beans in your favorite seasonal spices and baking until crispy.