PECAN PRALINE BREAD PUDDING

Pecan Praline Bread Pudding image

Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Number Of Ingredients 14

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2 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
8-10 cups cubed challah, brioche, or italian bread - cube and allow to stale overnight in a large bowl
topping:
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened
1 cup chopped pecans
sauce:
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13 x 9 pan. Whisk together granulated sugar, beaten eggs, and milk in a bowl; add vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes (while you make the topping). Topping: In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, butter, and pecans. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle brown sugar topping over the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until center is done. Remove from oven. Make the sauce: Mix together the granulated sugar, butter, beaten egg, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture thickens, whisking constantly. Pour over the top of the bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.