Dessert: Panettone Bread Pudding

Recipe by /contributors/toni-oltranti Store-bought panettone is the foundation of this raisin and bread pudding. Because the bread is so eggy, it bakes into an extra-silky custard that contrasts with a generous expanse of buttery golden brown crispness o

Ingredients

1/2 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup brandy, heated
1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 pound panettone, sliced 1 inch thick
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
Accompaniment: lightly whipped heavy cream

Instructions

Soak raisins in hot brandy 15 minutes, then drain (discard brandy or reserve for making biscotti; recipe follows).
Meanwhile, butter panettone on both sides and cook in batches in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
Whisk together remaining ingredients.
Tear panettone into bite-size pieces and spread evenly in a buttered 13-by 9-inch baking dish. Scatter raisins over top, then pour in egg mixture. Let stand 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 °F with rack in middle.
Bake until pudding is golden and just set, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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