Bread pudding

Ingredients-

1.   2 cups whole milk (or 2 cups half & half)

2.  1/4 cup butter

3.   2/3 cup brown sugar (light or dark,

 depending on taste preference)

4.   3 eggs

5.   2 teaspoons cinnamon

6.   1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

7.   1 teaspoon vanilla extract

8.   3 cups bread( torn into small pieces)

9.   1/2 cup raisins (optional)
preparation-

1.   In medium saucepan, over medium heat, heat milk (or half & half) just until film forms over top.

      Combine butter and milk, stirring until butter is melted. Cool to lukewarm.

2.   Combine sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer at medium

       speed for 2 minute. Slowly add milk mixture.

3.    Place bread in a lightly greased 1and

      1/2 quart casserole.
4.    Sprinkle with raisins if desired. Pour batter on top of bread.

5.    Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 to 50 minutes or until set. Serve warm