BOURBON CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING

Serves 6

2 cups whole milk

4 eggs

1/3 cup bourbon

8 ounces 72% dark chocolate, chopped

4 cups day-old French bread cubes (packed)

1/2 cup turbinado sugar

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Whisk together milk, eggs, and bourbon. In a large bowl, combine the liquids with the chocolate, bread cubes, and sugar. Toss to coat and set aside to soak for about 45 minutes. Gently stir once or twice while soaking.
3. Pour mixture into a 1.5 quart baking dish. Bake for about 40 minutes or until the custard has set and the top of the pudding is slightly crispy (be careful not to overcook). Serve warm or at warm temperature.