Pear and Apple Bread Pudding Recipe

Preheat oven to 375º F. Toast bread in a toaster or by placing the bread on a large baking sheet and putting the sheet in a preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes. Place prepared fruit and raisins in a bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Put the fruit mixture in a large skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, approximately 15 minutes. Stir frequently. Coat baking dish with cooking spray. Tear toasted bread into pieces (6 to 8 pieces per slice) and place in the bottom of the baking dish. Pour cooked fruit over bread and spread evenly. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and remaining sugar together. Pour egg mixture over fruit. Allow bread pudding to set at room temperature for 5 minutes. Using a hot water bath, bake the pudding 35 to 45 minutes or until the pudding is slightly set. Remove from water bath and cool completely before serving.