Cherry-Chocolate Bread Pudding

Directions

1. Step 1
   Toast bread cubes at 350°F for 15 minutes.

2. Step 2
   In saucepan, heat half and half and sugar until boiling. Remove from heat; stir in chocolate until melted. Then gradually whisk into eggs.

3. Step 3
   Place bread cubes in a 2-quart casserole with non-stick cooking spray.

4. Step 4
   Top with half and half mixture. Let stand 10 minutes for bread to absorb the liquid.

5. Step 5
   With ice cream scoop or 1/4 cup measure, drop cherry mixture on top of pudding at intervals. Swirl with a spatula until marbled. Some cherry should be visible on the bottom of casserole.

6. Step 6
   Bake at 325°F for 40 minutes until puffed and golden.

7. Step 7
   Dust with confectioners' sugar.