Cornbread, Leek and Bacon Pudding - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Dessert

This Cornbread, Leek and Bacon Pudding is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

A savory and delicious bread pudding made from homemade cornbread.

Ingredients

10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 oz diced ham
1/2 cup butter, plus 2 tablespoons, and 1/2 cup melted for cornbread
1 1/4 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped leeks
3/4 cup green onions
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups heavy whipping cream
5 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh oregano
1 1/2 cups saltine crackers, crushed
1 large egg, for cornbread
2 cups whole buttermilk
2 cups self-rising yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons dried chives
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Generously butter a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy; remove from pan, crumble and set aside, reserving grease. Add butter. Place over medium heat.
Add onion, leeks, and green onion and cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Spoon half of cornbread crumbles into prepared baking dish; press down gently.
In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy whipping cream, cheese, and chopped fresh herbs (mixture will be lumpy).
Pour 1/2 egg mixture over cornbread in prepared pan. Top with onion mixture. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and ham. Add remaining cornbread crumbles, pressing down gently. Pour remaining half of egg mixture over cornbread. Set aside for 10 minutes to soak.
Top with crumbled crackers. Bake for 30 minutes or until set and golden brown. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh oregano, if desired.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cornbread, Leek and Bacon Pudding good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cornbread, Leek and Bacon Pudding recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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