11 Pipers Piping: Bread Puddings a la Smith Canteen

On the 11th day of Christmas, traditionally one's true love gives "11 Pipers Piping" to the object of his or her affection.

But that seems a little excessive, no?

Instead, how about some piping hot bread pudding? Smith Canteen's popular recipe makes perfect use of extra bread in the house that can be recreated for a lovely hostess gift or an awesome Christmas Day brunch dish.

For the basic recipe, click here. We added wild mushrooms to the version pictured.

Merry merry!