Caramel Apple Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Grease a 1 1/2 quart baking pan; set aside.
3. 3
   In large saucepan, combine milk, caramel sauce and butter.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat until blended and butter is melted; remove from heat.
5. 5
   Stir in bread and apples.
6. 6
   Let cool for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in eggs.
8. 8
   Pour into greased baking pan and bake for 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Meanwhile, combine the flour, brown sugar and butter in medium bowl to a crumble; then stir in pecans.
10. 10
    Sprinkle over top of partially baked pudding.
11. 11
    Return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until apples are tender and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
12. 12
    Serve warm topped with warm caramel, if desired.