Remove crusts from baked bread and cut into 1 inch cubes. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs, half and half, sugar, pumpkin, vanilla, salt and spices. Mix well. Add the bread cubes and chocolate chips and toss gently. Pour into a sprayed 8 inch square baking pan. Let sit for 20-30 minutes. Sprinkle top with brown sugar and bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream.
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Add pecans, stir to coat and remove to an oiled baking sheet to harden. When pudding is done, let stand for 15 minutes, then invert a serving plate over the pudding and invert pudding to plate.