Blueberry Pudding with Hard Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt
• 1 egg (50g)
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup (240g) fresh or frozen blueberries

For the Hard Sauce:

• 1/2 cup (100g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (120g) confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
2. For the pudding, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and melted butter.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and scatter blueberries on top.
6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

For the Hard Sauce:

1. In a bowl, beat softened butter and confectioners' sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually add heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm, comforting, and satisfying
• Moist, tender pudding with bursts of juicy blueberries
• Rich and creamy hard sauce that perfectly complements the pudding

User Comments:

• "This pudding is simply divine! The blueberries give it a wonderful burst of flavor."
• "The hard sauce is the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of indulgence to this classic dish."
• "I made this for my family and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For best results, use fresh blueberries if available. Frozen blueberries can also be used but may add extra moisture to the pudding.
• Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough pudding.
• Let the pudding cool slightly before serving with the hard sauce to prevent the sauce from melting too quickly.