Microwave Raisin Bread Pudding

16 thick slices raisin bread, cubed

½ cup white sugar

⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 cups milk

¼ cup butter

5 eggs, beaten

½ cup white sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Line a microwave-safe 2 quart ring mold or baking dish with raisin bread. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon evenly over bread cubes. Set aside.

Place milk and butter in a 1 quart glass measure and microwave on medium 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 minutes, until butter is melted and milk is scalded. Quickly stir eggs, 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla into hot milk mixture. Pour over bread cubes.

Cover with plastic wrap and microwave at medium heat for 17 to 19 minutes, until pudding is set.