white bakery loaf)

1cupgolden raisins

1cup(8 oz.)

gold rum

1/2cuppacked light brown sugar

1/2cupunsalted butter

1/4cupheavy cream

Directions

Preheat oven to 350oF.

Add bread and raisins; stir to combine.

Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding

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Let stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Transfer to a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 13- x 9-inch baking dish.

Bake until golden and set, 45 to 50 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack.

Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 15 minutes.

Remove from heat; stir in cream and remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla.

Drizzle 1/2 cup sauce over bread pudding.

Serve with remaining sauce.