Bread Pudding

4 beaten eggs

2 1/4 cups milk

1/2 cup sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla

1 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel (optional)

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

4 cups dry French bread cubes or regular bread cubes

1/3 cup dried tart red cherries, dried cranberries or raisins

1 recipe Whiskey Sauce

1. In a bowl beat together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, orange peel (if desired), and cinnamon. In an ungreased 2-quart square baking dish toss together bread cubes and dried fruit; pour egg mixture evenly over bread mixture.

2. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 40 to 45 mnutes or till a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool slightly. Serve warm with Whiskey Sauce. Makes 8 servings.