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Just as custards work well in the savory portion of the meal, although they’re more often served as a dessert, so do bread puddings. This one is a great complement to the Blowtorch Prime Rib Roast and Pan-Roasted Duck Breasts. But you could also top it with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and serve it as a vegetarian meal.

• 2 cups 1/2-inch-thick slices leeks (white and light green parts only)
• Kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 12 cups 1-inch cubes crustless Brioche or Pullman sandwich loaf
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 3 large eggs
• 3 cups whole milk
• 3 cups heavy cream
• Freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 cup shredded Comté or Emmentaler

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