Break bread into large chunks and allow to become stale 1 week. Alternative: put in 300 deg oven for 10-15 min., rotating often, remove when bread dry but not toasted.
In large bowl (blue bowl) blend eggs, liquids, and melted butter together. Add other ingredients and blend. Break bread into small chunks and add to bowl.
Allow to soak at least 1 hour. Add liquid as required to maintain a gooey mixture.
Pour into buttered 9“x 9” baking pan.
Bake on center shelf at 430 deg for 23-30 min or until top is golden. Center should remain moist and slightly quiver when shaken.
Optional: fruits may be used in place of raisins, coconut and pecans and should equal 7-9 cups total.
Whiskey Sauce
Cream butter and sugar over medium heat until all butter is absorbed.