Elegant Oven Delight: Creamy Shrimp Bread Pudding with Vegetables
Elegant Oven Delight: Creamy Shrimp Bread Pudding with Vegetables
A Simple Yet Impressive Oven Dish: Shrimp Bread Pudding Recipe
Discover the magic of simple ingredients coming together in our Shrimp Bread Pudding! This recipe transforms humble bread into a sophisticated baked dish, perfect for any occasion. Simply cube your bread, whisk together eggs and milk for a luscious custard, and layer it with succulent shrimp and a medley of sautéed vegetables. Top generously with cheese and bake until golden and bubbly. It’s an easy, comforting, and surprisingly elegant meal that’s sure to impress your family and guests!
Main Ingredients- Shrimp: 1 cup (cooked or uncooked, such as small bay shrimp or peeled and deveined larger shrimp)
- Bread: 2 slices (stale or fresh, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- Mushrooms: 3 medium (such as cremini or button, thinly sliced)
- Onion: 1/4 medium (finely chopped)
- Bell Pepper: 1/4 medium (any color, finely chopped or diced)
- Salt: To taste (for seasoning)
- Black Pepper: To taste (for seasoning)
- Shredded Cheese: 1 cup (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- Egg: 1 large (beaten)
- Milk: 1/2 cup (whole or 2%)
Optional Ingredients (For Extra Flavor)- Dried Parsley: A pinch (for garnish and flavor)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: A pinch (for extra savory notes)
- Dried Parsley: A pinch (for garnish and flavor)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: A pinch (for extra savory notes)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your base ingredients. Cut the bread into roughly 1.5 to 2 cm (about 1-inch) cubes. Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth, then slice them thinly. Finely chop the onion and bell pepper, or dice them into small pieces.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg until well beaten. Pour in the milk, add a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper. Whisk everything together until thoroughly combined to create your custard mixture. This will make the bread pudding wonderfully moist.
Step 3
Heat about 1 teaspoon of butter (or oil) in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they become slightly translucent. Next, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes until they soften slightly. Season the sautéed vegetables lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Add another teaspoon of butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the prepared shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper as well.
Step 5
Assemble your bread pudding in individual oven-safe ramekins or a larger baking dish. Arrange the cubed bread evenly at the bottom. Scatter the sautéed vegetables and cooked shrimp over the bread. Pour the prepared egg and milk mixture evenly over the bread and vegetables, ensuring it saturates the bread. Finally, sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over the top.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the assembled ramekins or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Bake until the cheese is melted and golden brown, and the pudding is set and slightly puffed. Cooking time may vary depending on your oven. Garnish with a pinch of dried parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal. Serve warm and enjoy!
