Apple Bread Pudding With Cranberries

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I haven't tried this yet, but am going to tonight. i really want to be faithful to use up all my freshly milled, daily bread! this is going to be a great addition to my repertoire.

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Steps

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Peel , core and cut the apple in wedges and than in thin slices , sprinkle and mix with lemon juice and cinnamon.

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Heat up butter in a shallow pan over medium heat and saut apple for 2-3 minutes to soften.

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Set aside.

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In a large bowl , whisk the eggs and honey granules until well combined.

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Whisk in the half-and-half , orange zest , and vanilla.

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Add the bread cubes and cranberries and mix well.

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Let stand for 15 minutes so the bread can soak up the custard then add the cooled down apples.

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Preheat oven to 325.

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Put your mixture into a buttered souffle pan.

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Place souffle pan into a roasting pan.

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Place both pans into the oven and fill the roasting pan with boiling water 1 / 2 way up the outside of the souffle pan.

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Bake for about 1 hour.

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Ingredients

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apples, cinnamon, lemon juice, butter, eggs, sucanat with honey, milk, orange zest, vanilla, bread cubes, dried cranberries