Best Tomato Pudding

7 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 1 hr
Ready In: 1 hr 15 min

“This tomato bread pudding is easily prepared from on hand items, creating a side dish casserole that will be asked for over and over again. It can also be prepared ahead of time and put in oven later.” - by Randi

Ingredients

1/2 cup water
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 pinch salt to taste
10 slices white bread, cubed
1/4 cup butter, melted

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together the water and tomato puree. Mix in the brown sugar, basil and salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, then set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
Place the bread cubes into the dish, and drizzle with melted butter. Pour the tomato sauce over all. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove the lid for the last 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
275 cal
14%

Fat
9.2 g
14%

Carbs
45.1 g
15%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Randi

Jul. 6, 2005

"This is my "mema's" recipe and we just LOVE it! She also told us that if tomato puree is not available we can: OMITT WATER and use three 8 oz cans tomato sauce OR Use the Original ½ cup water ..." See moreplus an additional 6 oz. water, one 6 oz. can tomato paste and one 8 oz can tomato sauce. "

JDVMD

Aug. 30, 2005

"Outstanding recipe! I cannot say enough good things about this recipe. It was easy to prepare and tastes great. What else would you want? I used a can of diced tomatoes and thought it was just fine in..." See morestead of using the tomato puree. Served with Pork Chops with Jalapeno Jelly, Lemon Pepper Zucchini and Pride Cabernet Franc. Yummy meal. Plan to serve again at a dinner party."

LISA

Nov. 6, 2006

"I made this for my father, who is a total tomato lover. He absolutely loved it. I even saw him going back for thirds! I tried it myself, not being a huge tomato fan and even I liked it. I think I'l..." See morel be making this quite often!"

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