1 c Brown sugar — packed
1 1/2 c Water
2 tb Margarine
1 ts Ground cinnamon
1 ts Orange peel — grated
5 c French bread slices —
Toasted and cubed
1/2 c Almonds — blanched
1/2 c Raisins
1 Tart apples — chopped
1 c Shredded Cheddar cheese
Use Monterey Jack cheese if you prefer. Heat brown sugar, water, margarine,
cinnamon and orange peel to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5
minutes. Layer half the bread cubes, almonds, (or walnuts) raisins,
apple and cheese into ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole; repeat. Pour hot
syrup over top. Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven until syrup is absorbed,
30-40 minutes.
Yields
6 Servings