South Of The Border Bread Pudding

1 c Orange juice

3/4 c Packed brown sugar

1/2 ts Cinnamon

3/4 c Raisins

5 c Lightly packed 1-inch cubes

French bread (about 6 oz.) 6 oz Monterey Jack cheese,

Shredded (about 2 1/2 cups) 1/2 c Toasted almonds

Lightly sweetened whipped Cream, light cream, or ice Cream In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, cinnamon, and raisins. Bring to a boil, stirring. Pour over the bread and toss to mix. Add 2 cups of the cheese and the almonds, and toss. Turn into a buttered 1 1/2 quart baking dish, and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake in a

preheated 375F oven 15-20 minutes, until the pudding is heated through and the cheese is melted. Serve warm, topped with cream or ice cream, if desired.