November 1, 2026

In Panama this homely dessert is called 'mamallena', while in Uruguay, along with Argentina, Peru, and Paraguay, the same baked treat goes by the name 'budín de pan'. Which humble baked dessert, made from stale bread, milk, and sugar, is known by these Latin American names?

A Bread pudding
B Milk toast
C Cream of Wheat
D Fortune cookie

Both Panama and Uruguay have their own names for bread pudding. In Panama it is called 'mamallena', while in Uruguay (along with Argentina, Peru, and Paraguay) the dish is known as 'budín de pan'.

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