"This recipe started out as a plain bread pudding. My husband, Tom, suggested adding some pecans, then I decided to add the pie filling. These ingredients make the pudding crunchy, moist and even more delicious...."
INGREDIENTS
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16 slices day-old bread, torn into 1-inch pieces
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2 cups sugar
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4 eggs
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3 cups milk
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons vanilla extract
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1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling, slices cut in half
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2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
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1 cup golden raisins
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3/4 cup butter, melted
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Whipped cream, optional