4 Cups toasted Bread
2 1/2 cups milk, scalded slightly and cooled
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
dash nutmeg
dash salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
whipped cream for garnish
 

Directions

Lightly butter the crock pot, then add the bread cubes In a small bowl, whisk together the scalded milk, eggs, sugar, spices, vanilla, and melted butter. Pour milk mixture over the bread cubes and add the raisins, if desired. Gently, using a large spoon or spatula, press bread cubes down into mixture so all bread pieces will soak up the milk mixture. Do not stir. cover and cook on low setting for 5-6 hours, until bread pudding is set. Serve with whipped cream.  Great for using up leftover bread, making the house smell wonderful, and having dessert making itself while you do something else.