Lemon Bread Pudding

8 slices bread, crust removed

3 T lemon juice grated rind of one lemon

¼ c butter

1 c sugar

3 eggs, slightly beaten

Custard

2 eggs, slightly beaten

1 c milk

3 T sugar

1/8 t salt

grated rind of one lemon

Mix lemon juice, grated rind and butter in a saucepan. Cook for 2 minutes. Add sugar and eggs and cook, stirring constantly, over a low heat until thick. Cool. Spread bread slices with the lemon mixture and place in a buttered baking dish. Mix together the 2 eggs, milk, sugar, salt and lemon rind. Pour over the bread and allow to soak for 15 minutes. Cover and bake in a 350°F oven for about 1 hour. 

Serves 6