Bread Pudding

4 eggs
2 c milk
1/3 c sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
2 1/2 c dry bread cubes (about 3 1/2 slices)
1/2 c raisins (optional)

Beat together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Place bread cubes in an 8x1 1/2-inch round baking dish. Sprinkle raisins over bread. Pour egg mixture over all. Bake at 325 for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.