"Deluxe" Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Butter 1 1/2-quart casserole.
3. 3
   Toast bread slices lightly.
4. 4
   Spread with butter.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
6. 6
   Put two toast slices together, making two sandwiches.
7. 7
   Remove crusts and cut each sandwich into 4 rectangles.
8. 8
   Arrange rectangles in single layer in casserole. Sprinkle with raisins.
9. 9
   Blend eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla (and salt if you use it).