Butter; softened
7 sl Bread
1 qt Milk
3 Eggs; slightly beaten
1/2 c Sugar
1/4 ts Salt
1/3 c Raisins
1 ts Vanilla; optional
1/2 ts Cinnamon; optional
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Butter 1 2-quart baking dish. Spread a
generous amount ov butter on one side of each slice of bread and line the
bottom and sides of the baking dish. Mix together the remaining ingredients
and pour over the bread. Place any extra bread on top and press them down
so they submerge. Let stand for about 10 minutes, a little longer if the
bread is dry. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for 30
minutes longer. If you like a crustier top, slip the dish under a hot
broiler for a few minutes until deep golden. Serve warm with a pitcher of
heavy cream.
Yields
6 Servings