Blueberry Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 baguette, loaf cut into 12 slices
• 3 cups half-and-half cream
• 5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla

Blueberry Sauce

• 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen)
• 1/4 cup blueberry jam
• 3 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

1. 1

   Butter one side of each bread slice. Arrange slices, butter side up in single layer in greased 3 quart dish.

2. 2

   Heat cream in medium saucepan on medium heat for about 8 minutes until bubbles start to form around edge.

3. 3

   Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla in large bowl until thick and pale. Slowly add 1/2 cup warm cream, stirring constantly. Slowly add remaining cream, stirring constantly until well combined.

4. 4

   Pour evenly over bread slices.

5. 5

   Place baking dish in large roasting pan. Carefully pour boiling water into roaster, until half way up side of baking dish.

6. 6

   Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven for about 35 minutes until just set.

7. 7

   Carefully remove baking dish from roasting pan. Let stand 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Blueberry Sauce: Combine all 5 ingredients in medium frying pan. Bring to a boil on medium high heat, stiring constantly. Boil for about 3 minutes, without stirring, until slightly thickened. Makes about 1 cup of sauce. Spoon over each bread slice in baking dish.