Just like Granny made it, this classic Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce is warm, comforting, and perfect any time of year. Serve it with your favorite brand of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!

**Ingredients:**

**For the Bread Pudding:**

- 4 cups (8 slices) cubed white bread

- 1/2 cup raisins

- 2 cups milk

- 1/4 cup butter

- 1/2 cup sugar

- 2 eggs, slightly beaten

- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

**For the Vanilla Sauce:**

- 1/2 cup butter

- 1/2 cup sugar

- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar

- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Bread Pudding:**

   - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.

   - In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and raisins.

   - In a 1-quart saucepan, combine the milk and 1/4 cup butter. Cook over medium heat until the butter is melted, about 4 to 7 minutes.

   - Pour the milk mixture over the bread and raisins. Let stand for 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.

   - Stir in the sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg until well combined.

   - Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.

2. **Prepare the Vanilla Sauce:**

   - In a 1-quart saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, brown sugar, and heavy whipping cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and comes to a full boil, about 5 to 8 minutes.

   - Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

3. **Serve:**

   - Spoon the warm bread pudding into individual dessert dishes and drizzle with the vanilla sauce.

   - Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

**Enjoy!**

This timeless dessert is perfect for gatherings or as a comforting treat any day of the week. Enjoy the nostalgic flavors and the rich, creamy sauce that makes this bread pudding so special.