Pecan, Bourbon, and Butterscotch Bread Pudding Recipe | Epicurious

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Based on a dessert that Lo serves at Annisa, this custardy bread pudding is shot through with poppy seeds for a stunning visual and textural effect. The bread soaks overnight; begin 1 day ahead.

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