Easy Mexican Bread Pudding

• brown sugar, packed↗3⁄4 cup
• cinnamon↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• French bread cubes↗2 1⁄2 cups
• raisins↗1 cup
• walnuts, chopped↗3⁄4 cup
• sharp cheddar cheese, diced↗1⁄2 cup
• butter↗2 teaspoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine brown sugar, cinnamon and 3/4 cup water in saucepan.

2. 2

   Cook over low heat until sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Pour over bread cubes in large bowl and toss gently.

4. 4

   Add raisins, walnuts and cheese, mixing lightly.

5. 5

   Spoon bread mixture into buttered 1 1/2 quart casserole.

6. 6

   Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until heat through.

7. 7

   Serve warm with whipped cream.