Instructions: In bowl, combine toast pieces, raisins and spices; set aside. In heavy skillet, heat and stir sugar over low heat until melted and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat; carefully stir in hot water. Return to heat to dissolve mixture about 5 minutes. Pour syrup evenly over toast mixture. Toss to moisten. Turn half the mixture into lightly greased 1 1/2 quart casserole; sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining toast mixture.

Bake uncovered in 325 oven for 20 minutes . Serve warm.

Serves 6

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