Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

BREAD PUDDING

 * 4 	slices stale bread
 * 4 	tablespoons sugar
 * 3 1/2 	cups milk
 * 4 	eggs, separatged
 * 1 	tablespoon vanilla
 * 1 	pinch salt
 * 1/4 	cup butter
 * raisins (optional)

Whiskey SAUCE

 * 1/2 	cup sugar
 * 1/4 	cup water
 * 1/8 	cup butter
 * whiskey

Directions
BREAD PUDDING: Whiskey SAUCE:
 * 1) Break bread into ovenproof dish (1-1/2 quart at least).
 * 2) Soften bread with small amount of milk.
 * 3) Beat Sugar and egg yolks.
 * 4) Add milk, stir well.
 * 5) Add vanilla and salt.
 * 6) Pour milk mixture over bread.
 * 7) Fold in Raisins if used.
 * 8) Cut butter into chunks and fold in.
 * 9) Place dish in pan of water and bake at 300 degrees for 40-50 minutes, or until a silver knife inserted comes out clean.
 * 10) Make meringue adding 2 level tablespoons Sugar to each egg white.
 * 11) Spread, and return to 350 degree oven until brown (browning in a slow oven prevents falling).
 * 12) Serve warm.
 * 1) Cook until dissolved.
 * 2) Remove from heat, add whiskey to individual taste.