"Traditional bread pudding gives way to autumn's influences in this comforting dessert. I add apples and pecans to this slow-cooked version, then top warm servings with ice cream. —Lori Fox, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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8 slices cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed
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2 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
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1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
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1 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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3 eggs, lightly beaten
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2 cups half-and-half cream
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1/4 cup apple juice
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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Vanilla ice cream