Triple-chocolate Bread Pudding

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Source: Trisha Pape
 * Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

 * 2 cups day old French bread, torn into pieces
 * 8 squares semisweet chocolate (1 oz each), cut into ½ inch pieces
 * ¼ cup butter, melted
 * 4 eggs
 * 2 cups chocolate milk
 * 1 cup sugar
 * ½ cup cocoa
 * ⅛ tsp salt
 * ½ tsp vanilla extract
 * powdered sugar
 * whipped cream, chocolate shavings, fresh strawberries

Directions

 * 1) Combine bread, chocolate and butter in a large bowl; toss gently.
 * 2) Divide mixture evenly among eight 8 oz ramekins.
 * 3) Beat eggs; gradually add milk and next 4 ingredients, mixing well.
 * 4) Pour egg mixture evenly over bread mixture in ramekins.
 * 5) Let stand 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 6) Place ramekins in a large shallow baking pan.
 * 7) Pour hot water into pan to a depth of 1 inch.
 * 8) Bake uncovered, at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes or until set.
 * 9) Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
 * 10) Garnish, if desired.