This rich, custardy bread pudding is the ultimate way to serve “French toast for a crowd.” Cubes of bread are layered with cream cheese and soaked overnight in a sweet egg custard, then baked until golden and puffed. A warm strawberry sauce poured over the top makes it festive enough for holiday brunch, yet simple...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch (roughly 1 ¼ pounds) medium asparagus Salt and fresh ground pepper 1 1/2 tablespoon butter 1/1/2 tablespoons olive oil 8 ounces oyster mushrooms (or buttons) sliced or broken into 1/2-inch bits 1 small brown onion, peeled and cut into medium dice 1/2 loaf of bread such as French, francese, or ciabatta, crust...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter, melted 3 extra-large whole eggs 8 extra-large egg yolks 5 cups half-and-half 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon allspice 6 croissants, preferably stale, sliced horizontally 1 cup raisins (soaked in 1/4 cup bourbon overnight) 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 tablespoon sugar METHOD: Preheat...Read More