Noodle Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the milk, butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup sugar and the salt.
3. 3
   Continue cooking until butter melts, then remove pan from heat; cool.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, butter a 4-to-6-cup baking dish and put cooked noodles and raisins, if using, in it; toss gently to combine.
5. 5
   Add eggs to cooled milk mixture and whisk; pour this mixture over noodles and sprinkle top with remaining sugar and cinnamon.
6. 6
   Bake for 45 minutes, or until a thin-bladed knife inserted in center comes out clean, or nearly so; center should be just a little wobbly.
7. 7
   Run under broiler for about 30 seconds if you like a browned top.
8. 8
   Serve warm or at room temperature.