Bread Pudding And Sauce

1. 1

   Grease a shallow baking dish (2-1/2-qt size).

2. 2

   Add the raisings and brandy (or apple juice) to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from head and set aside.

3. 3

   Using a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and nutmeg.

4. 4

   Stir in the melted butter and the raisin mixture.remaining butter and reserved raisin mixture.

5. 5

   Gently stir in the cubes bread and allow to stand for about 15 minutes. During this time the bread will soften as it absorbs the mixture.

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to the greased baking sidh.

7. 7

   Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted into the centre of the pudding comes out clean.

8. 8

   To prepare the sauce- again using a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add the cold water and mix well.

9. 9

   Bring this mixture to a boil over head and stir for about 2 minutes, until thickened.

10. 10

    Remove from the heat; stir in the butter and brandy (or vanilla).

11. 11

    Serve the sauce over the bread pudding.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.