1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 qt. water
Raisins
Yellow Longhorn Cheddar cheese
1 stick cinnamon
1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1/2 tsp. anise butter
Pecans and almonds, chopped

Put brown sugar, cinnamon, anise and water into 1/2 gallon pot. Bring to boil and continue cooking for 15-20 minutes. Toast bread slices; spread with butter. Meanwhile, grease a large pan (9 x 13 inch) and place half of the bread slices in a layer on the bottom of the pan. Add half of the raisins, nuts and cheese (personally I like plenty of cheese). Pour on half of the liquid and repeat layering. Bake for 35 minutes at 350 degrees. Turn occasionally so it may cook thoroughly. Makes 6-8 servings.