Ingredients

6 slices day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup hot water1 cup packed brown sugar4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups warm whole milk1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Place bread in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine water and brown sugar; pour over bread. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over bread. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm or cold.