Bread Pudding II

My family LOVES bread pudding, and this recipe is one that I have fine tuned to their taste. I have to double this recipe, and bake it in a 9x13 inch pan for my family! It's great for breakfast or dessert and is delicious with milk poured on top! Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 165 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup raisins (Optional)
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 4 eggs, beaten
• 6 slices day-old bread

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Break bread into small pieces into an 8 inch square baking pan. Drizzle melted butter or margarine over bread. If desired, sprinkle with raisins.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Beat until well mixed. Pour over bread, and lightly push down with a fork until bread is covered and soaking up the egg mixture.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly tapped.