Here’s the recipe for Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding), a traditional Mexican dessert. Capirotada features cheese, cinnamon, dried fruit and nuts. This dish made with whole wheat bread and unrefined sugar, is a perfect after-school treat for kids. Today marks the beginning of Lent during which many abstain from eating meat. Capirotada is also one of the best meatless recipes for Ash Wednesday and Lent. Though it a viewed by many as a traditional Lenten dessert, it can be served at any time during the year.

Combine water, cloves, cinnamon, and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Don’t forget to occasionally stir the mixture. Boil until syrup is reduced to 2 cups and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Strain the syrup and remove cloves