Making Irresistible Pecan Bourbon Bread Pudding with Sauce is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious result:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and chopped pecans. Toss to mix evenly.
3. Mix the Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, bourbon, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine: Pour the custard mixture over the bread and pecans. Gently stir until the bread is thoroughly soaked. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
5. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10-15 minutes.
8. Prepare the Sauce: While the bread pudding cools, whisk together powdered sugar, bourbon, and heavy cream in a small bowl until smooth.
9. Serve: Drizzle the bourbon sauce over the warm bread pudding before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating a deliciously irresistible dessert that is sure to impress!