Apple and Rye Bread Pudding

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   Cube bread and toss in a large bowl with raisins and caraway seeds.

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   Stale bread may be used instead of fresh.

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   Toss apples in a bolw with bread cubes.

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   Combine apple and sunflower butter (or tahini), 1 cup water, miso, amazake or soy milk, then pour liquid mixture over apples and bread.

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   Stir to coat.

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   Spoon mixture into a lightly oiled 2-quart casserole dish or two 9-inch pie plates or cake pans.

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   Cover with lid (oven-proof).

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   Allow mixture to sit for 2 to 4 hours before baking so bread will soak up flavors.

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   Bake covered at 350F (180C) for 1 hour or until slightly firm and mixture pulls away from sides slightly.

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    Then remove from oven and spoon into individual dessert cups.

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    An ice cream scooper works well.

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    Allow to cool slightly and then serve.

No additional tips available.