Use the butter to grease 1.5 lt/2.5 pint ovenproof
dish. Butter each slice of bread and
then spread with marmalade.
Place a layer of bread over the base of the dish,
overlapping the slices.
Sprinkle with sultanas and continue to make
alternative layers of bread and fruit.
Dissolve the sugar in the milk over a low
heat. Remove from the heat and gradually
add the egg and mixed spice and whisk thoroughly.
Pour the mixture over the bread and fruit mixture
and leave to soak for 10 minutes.
Bake in an oven set at 180c, 350f or gas mark 4
for 50 minutes to 1 hour.
Sprinkle with sugar and serve immediately.
