Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Caramel Rum Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 500 grams of fresh pumpkin, peeled and cut into cubes

• 4 cups of cubed bread (stale bread is preferred)

• 1 cup of whole milk

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 cup of sugar

• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder

• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg powder

• 1/2 cup of caramel sauce

• 2 tablespoons of dark rum

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Place the pumpkin cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
4. Add the baked pumpkin cubes to the bread mixture and let it soak for 10 minutes.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
7. In a small saucepan, heat the caramel sauce and dark rum together until warm.
8. Pour the warm caramel rum sauce over the bread pudding and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings in total) Calories: 350kcal | Fat: 12g | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 8g | Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• The combination of pumpkin and bread pudding creates a unique and hearty dessert.
• The caramel rum sauce adds a rich and sweet flavor to the dish.
• This dish is perfect for fall or winter occasions.

User Comments:

• "The flavors were amazing! The pumpkin and caramel were a great combination." - John Doe, New York
• "The bread pudding was so moist and delicious. The caramel rum sauce was a great addition." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
• "This is a perfect dessert for a special occasion. It was a hit with my family." - Michael Johnson, Chicago

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh pumpkin that is peeled and cut into cubes for best results.
• Stale bread works best for this recipe as it will absorb more liquid and become more moist.
• Be careful not to overbake the bread pudding as it may become dry.
• Adjust the amount of caramel rum sauce according to your preference.