YOUR BEST STALE BREAD
Your Best Stale Bread
Stale bread has something going for it that no other ingredient does: when it turns, we jump for joy. From stuffings to bread puddings to all manner of breadcrumb-topped delights, the challenge is on: we want to see your best dishes made with yesterday's loaves.
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Contest Slideshow
The Case of the Promiscuous Romesco
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This is all you'll need -- these ingredients will go a long way.
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Let your dried peppers hang out in water for a few hours before you get to work.
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You don't want this sauce to be on fire -- so now, you seed.
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Let the food processor pile begin.
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Next up, roasted almonds join in on the fun.
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A little garlic for good measure.
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Roughly chopped hot peppers make an encore.
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Be patient. It'll be done in just a minute.
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A slip of olive oil here.
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A drop of vinegar there.
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And, like magic, your sauce is done. Be sure to have some bread nearby.
Contest Slideshow
Wintry Corn Bread Pudding
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If you think this is pretty, just wait until the pudding comes out of the oven.
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Winter squash pureé is an earthy, unexpected touch.
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Eggs and half-and-half combine to make a custard-like base.
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Let's all pause for a moment to appreciate this beautiful, globe-shaped whisk.
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Onto a new bowl: careful with that cornmeal, you'd better use two hands.
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Salt, pepper, Aleppo, and the very best part: Gruyère.
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A watch-skillet never melts. Just be patient.
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Look how vibrant! Don't lose your focus, though, your pudding depends on it.
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If this doesn't smell delicious enough yet, add thyme.
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The melding of the dry and wet ingredients.
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Leeks: check.
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The contest theme makes an appearance! Fold in the bread cubes, you're almost there.
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The rest is smooth sailing. Just pour the batter...
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...And bake!
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Then take a picture of your gorgeous work, of course.
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Frittata with Bread and Cherry Tomatoes
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almost 2 years ago -
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Rum Glazed Coconut Bread Pudding
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Bread Dumplings with Sage Brown Butter
added by QueenSashy
6 months ago -
Cheddar Biscuit Sausage Dressing
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over 1 year ago -
crabmeat stuffed mushrooms
added by NakedBeet
over 3 years ago
