BANANA BREAD PUDDING WITH JACK DANIELS CARAMEL SAUCE

1 Cut the banana bread into cubes and lay on a cookie sheet in a single layer.
2 Toast in a 325F oven, turning frequently, until there is a crust on all sides of the cube. This will take about 20 minutes.
3 Meanwhile, beat the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until light.
4 Add the cream and half and half (light cream) and whisk until well blended.
5 Whisk in the melted butter, vanilla, and salt.
6 Grease a 9 inch square baking dish.
7 Add the bread cubes and pour the egg mixture over all.
8 Cover with aluminum foil.
9 Place in a larger pan and pour boiling water in the larger pan until it comes halfway up the sides of the square pan. (creating a bain marie)
10 Bake for 30 minutes at 325F. Remove the foil and bake 20 to 30 minutes more, or until done.
11 Serve warm with warm caramel sauce.