Traditionally made in England during the 14th century to be served during Christmas, this dessert was originally prepared as porridge with a pudding-like consistency that was thickened with bits of dried fruits, spices, meat (beef or veal), wine or sherry, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
An old English food dish, initially prepared as a means to use up stale or left-over bread. Over the centuries, bread pudding has become an enjoyable main dish as well as a dessert dish.
1. A soft, creamy mixture of ingredients that may include eggs, sugar, fruit, flour, and other foods, which are combined and steamed to create a traditional dessert pudding.