Trader Joe's is here to prove that bread pudding doesn't always have to be sweet with its new Artichoke Bread Pudding.
For those unfamiliar, bread pudding originally hails from 11th century Europe, when leftover scraps of bread were combined with sugar and spices to create a sweet, custardy dessert.
Now, Trader Joe's has taken the bread pudding concept and turned it on its head to create the new Artichoke Bread Pudding. This uniquely savory dish is created for Trader Joe's by a supplier in Italy who combines artichokes with cubes of Tuscan bread, an eggy custard base, cheese, and seasonings like onion, garlic, parsley, and black pepper. While delicious on its own, the savory bread pudding can also be kicked up a notch with a few splashes of hot sauce.
Artichoke Bread Puddings
Trader Joe's Artichoke Bread Pudding is Rich and Cheesy
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