"A traditional favorite with some new twists. Prepare this delicious dessert the night before and bake just before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 cups peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples (about 2 large apples)
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1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
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½ cup plus 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, divided
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1 tbsp. ground cinnamon
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8 large eggs
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2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar, divided
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4 cups half and half
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1 tbsp. vanilla extract
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⅛ tsp. Salt
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16 cups bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 24 slices), toasted
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⅓ cup butter, softened
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1 cup pecans, chopped