Butter a shallow 2-quart, 12x7 1/2x2-inch baking dish. In small bowl combine currants and raisins; set aside. Spread softened butter on one side of each slice bread. Place bread buttered side down on wax paper and spread strawberry jam over tops. Place 6 bread slices buttered side down in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with half the currants and raisins. Repeat, layering another 6 bread slices and remaining currants and raisins. Top with remaining 6 slices bread, jam side up. In large bowl whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Whisk in milk and cream until well combined; pour evenly over bread. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. Bake 1 hour or until top is puffed and golden brown and a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Makes 12 servings. Nutrition info per serving: 355 calories, 19 gm fat, 9 gm protein, 39 gm carbohydrates, 366 mg sodium, 167 mg cholesterol. dess 42