Capirotada (bread pudding)

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8eachesSlices toasted bread
2cupsWater
1cupSugar
1teaspoonCinnamon
½teaspoonNutmeg
½teaspoonCloves
¼teaspoonSalt
cupGrated cheddar cheese
cupRaisins
2tablespoonsButter
1eachWhipped cream(optional)

Directions

Toast the sliced bread, break into 2" pieces. Make a syrup of water, sugar, spices and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

BUtter an oblong baking pan. Layer bread, cheese, raisins and butter.

Pour syrup over bread mixture and bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until syrup is absorbed. May be served warm or cold. If served warm, top with whipped cream.