Prep the Oven: Heat your oven to 350 degrees first.
Cut the Bread: Slice your bread into small, even cubes.
Grease the Pan: Rub butter inside your large baking dish.
Mix the Custard: Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla together.
Soak the Bread: Put bread cubes into the egg mixture.
Add the Extras: Stir in your pecans and sweet raisins.
Transfer to Dish: Pour the mix into your greased pan.
Bake the Pudding: Let it bake until the top is golden.
Make the Sauce: Heat butter, sugar, and cream together.
Drizzle and Serve: Pour the warm sauce over the pudding.