Ingredients

12 slices Challah bread (or other crusty bread), cut into cubes

1 c. chocolate chips

1 c. chopped pecans (optional)

2 12 oz. cans evaporated milk

1 15 oz. can pumpkin puree

4 eggs

1 c. brown sugar, packed

1 tsp. vanilla extract

2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice

1/4 tsp. kosher salt

Chocolate sauce for garnish

Whipped cream for garnish

Preparation

Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13 x 9 baking dish.Step 2In a large bowl, combine bread, chocolate chips, and pecans. In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk, pumpkin, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Pour mixture over bread cubes and stir. Pour bread mixture into prepared baking dish and let sit for 30 minutes.Step 3Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until top is browned and center looks set. Serve warm with whipped cream and chocolate sauce.