• Make sure the oven is heated to 350 degrees. Prepare a 13-by-9-by-2-inch pan by greasing it.
• In a bowl, combine 2 cups granulated sugar with 2 cups milk and 5 eggs; add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes over the cubed bread.
• Add brown sugar, 1/4 cup butter, and pecans into another bowl, and mix well.
• Fill the prepared pan with the bread mixture. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until golden brown. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the top of the loaf. Take the baking sheet out of the oven.

For the sauce:

• Cook one cup granulated sugar, one egg, and two teaspoons vanilla in a medium saucepan with 1/2 cup melted butter.
• Add sugar and stir until melted. Stir well after adding the brandy.
• Add the sauce to the bread pudding. The dish can be served hot or cold.