Nutty Pumpkin Bread Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 slightly beaten egg yolks
1 c. canned pumpkin
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp. brandy (optional)
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
2 c. milk
4 c. whole wheat bread cubes
1/2 c. chopped pecans
1/2 c. snipped pitted dates
2 stiffly beaten egg whites
light cream or whipped cream

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine egg yolks, pumpkin, brown sugar, brandy and spices.
Stir in milk.
Fold in bread cubes, pecans and dates.
Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
Turn mixture into a 10 x 6 x 2-inch baking dish.
Bake in a 325\u00b0 oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Serve warm with light cream or whipped cream.
Makes 8 servings.