Peachy Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. 2
   Butter a 11 x 14 dish or casserole. (A 9 x 13 pan also works fine.)
3. 3
   Tear bread into a bowl.
4. 4
   In a large bowl combine milk and eggs, blending well. Add diced peaches, juice, hot water, melted butter, cinnamon and vanilla. Stir to moisten completely.
5. 5
   Turn into the prepared pan/dish.
6. 6
   Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering loosely with foil for the last 15 minutes to keep from over browning on top. It is best to check after 1 hour. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. 7
   Cool slightly and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
8. 8
   Also good with caramel or butterscotch sauce.
9. 9
   Keep leftovers in the refrigerator, covered for several days. You can microwave this to reheat.