Creating Eggnog Bread Pudding With Rum Sauce is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Bread: Place the cubed bread in a large mixing bowl. If desired, add raisins or currants for an extra touch.
3. Mix Custard Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the eggnog mixture over the bread cubes. Gently stir to ensure all pieces are soaked.
5. Add Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and gently fold it in until evenly distributed.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool: Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Prepare the Rum Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, sugar, and butter. Stir until melted and smooth.
10. Add Rum: Remove from heat and stir in dark rum and vanilla extract. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

These steps will guide you through making this incredible dessert with ease!