"In this version of the classic holiday dessert, a croissant bread pudding is steamed in the oven instead of on the stove top. Ignite the finished product in front of the guests for maximum effect...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups whole milk
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
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6 large eggs
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1/4 cup all purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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8 croissants (about 1 pound), torn into 3/4-inch pieces
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1 cup pitted prunes, chopped
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1 cup raisins, chopped
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1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
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1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
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2 cups sour cream
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1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
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1 tablespoon grated orange peel
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1/2 cup brandy