Making Classic Bread Pudding is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Prepare Bread: Place the cubed bread in a large bowl and set aside.
3. Make Custard Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Allow it to sit for about 10-15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
5. Add Fruits: If you’re using raisins or other dried fruits, fold them into the bread mixture.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

By following these simple steps, you’ll create a Classic Bread Pudding that is sure to impress.