Sweet Potato Pecan Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 3 medium sweet potatoes, washed
• 4 eggs plus 6 egg yolks
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1-1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups 1% milk
• 2 cups whipping cream
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup pecan pieces
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 8 cups crusty French bread, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 cups Maple Whipped Cream (optional)