3/4 c. sugar
2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. maple syrup
3/4 c. raisins
1 c. grated cheese
6 slices toasted bread, buttered and cut into 1-inch pieces

Place sugar in heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat until it's liquified and golden brown. Add water; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add syrup and simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Layer bread, raisins and half the cheese in 1 1/2-quart buttered casserole dish. Pour syrup mixture over bread and top with rest of cheese. Cover and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.