Apple Raisin Bread Pudding

 

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups chopped cored cooking apples (about 2 medium)
  • 3 cups day-old bread cubes (about 3 slices)
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups skim or low-fat milk
  • 1/3 cup firmly-packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Whipped cream, whipped topping or ice cream, optional
  • Apple wedges, optional