YIELD 4–6 servings
ACTIVE TIME 15 minutes
TOTAL TIME 1 hour
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 medium bunch broccoli (rapini), trimmed, cut into 1/2" pieces
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2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more
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6 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups whole milk
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1/2 pound country-style white bread, cut into 1" pieces (about 8 cups)
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1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
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6 thin slices pancetta (Italian bacon)
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir until garlic is softened, about 30 seconds. Add broccoli; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until wilted, about 2 minutes; let cool slightly. Meanwhile, whisk eggs, milk, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl to blend. Add broccoli mixture, bread, and 1/2 cup Parmesan; toss to combine. Transfer to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Top with pancetta and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Bake pudding until puffed, browned in spots, and set in the center, 45-55 minutes. Per serving: 250 calories, 15 g fat, 0 g fiber