Apple Almond Bread Pudding

• 1 lb loaf cinnamon-raisin bread, cut into small cubes (8 cups)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 (7 ounce) box odense almond paste, grated
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 cups diced apples, peeled
• 8 large eggs
• 3 cups half-and-half cream
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

1. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Evenly spread bottom with 1/2 bread cubes (4 cups).
2. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add Almond Paste and raisins. Mix with fingers until the texture of crumbs. Add apples and toss to combine. Evenly sprinkle filling across bread. Top with remaining 4 cups bread cubes and press down firmly.
3. Beat eggs, Half & Half and butter until well mixed. Pour slowly across bread. Cover with plastic wrap and press down so all cubes are covered with liquid. Refrigerate a minimum of two hours or overnight.
4. Preheat oven to 425u0b0F Bake for 30-35 minutes or until puffed, golden and firm to the touch. Rest for 15 minutes before cutting, and sprinkle with powdered sugar or serve with maple syrup.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/apple-almond-bread-pudding-420683 (may not work)