Butter Pecan Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   Generously butter a 9-inch pie plate.
3. 3
   Place the bread cubes in the pie plate.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with the butterscotch chips and 1/4 cup of the pecans.
5. 5
   In a small saucepan, bring the milk and brown sugar to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
6. 6
   Beat the eggs in a small bowl and gradually whisk in the hot milk mixture.
7. 7
   Pour the custard evenly over the bread.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup nuts.
9. 9
   Bake until the pudding is puffed and crusty on top, about 25 minutes.
10. 10
    Serve warm.