This is a great way to recycle leftover bread from bread that is less fresh than you would like. Add an egg and yogurt for protein, whole wheat bread for fiber, and spices for a knock-out flavor.
Beat ¼ cup butter and ⅓ cup brown sugar in a large bowl until light and creamy.
Add 1 large egg, ½ cup unflavored Greek yogurt, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ cup raisins or currants, ½ cup pecans, chopped, ¼ cup all-purpose unbleached flour , 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon ground cloves. Mix until fluffy.
Stir in 2 cups bread crumbs. Pour this mixture into a 1-quart (oven-safe) casserole dish.
Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for another 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Serve hot or cold with ice cream, whipped cream, or another sauce like whiskey sauce or soft custard sauce. They are all good!