Old Time Favorite Bread Pudding

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Scald milk; add butter.

3. Beat eggs slightly; stir in milk mixture, sugar, salt and cinnamon.

4. Place bread cubes and raisins in 1 1/2 quart baking dish; pour milk mixture over top. Stir gently; place dish in pan of hot water.

5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean.

6. Serve warm or cold; top with cream or whipped cream, if desired.