Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole; set aside.

Step 2

Place bread cubes onto baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until toasted.

Step 3

Combine toasted bread cubes and raisins in prepared casserole; set aside.

Step 4

Combine milk and 1/4 cup butter in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat 4-7 minutes or until butter is melted. Cool slightly.

Step 5

Combine all remaining pudding ingredients in bowl; mix well. Add milk mixture; mix well.

Step 6

Pour milk mixture over bread cubes. Bake 40-45 minutes or until set in center.

Step 7

Meanwhile, combine all sauce ingredients except vanilla in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 5-8 minutes or until mixture thickens and comes to a full boil. Carefully stir in 1 tablespoon vanilla.

Step 8

Spoon warm pudding into individual dessert dishes; serve with sauce. Store refrigerated.