Overnight French Toast Casserole

French Toast Casserole

Praline Topping

Directions

1. Slice bread into slices, 1-inch each. Arrange slices in a generously buttered 9x13inch baking dish in 2 rows, overlapping the slices. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinamon, nutmetg, and salt.
2. Beat with rotary beater or whisk until blended but not to bubbly.
3. Pour mixture over the bread slices, making sure all are covered evenly with the milk-egg mixture. SPoon some of the mixture in between the slices. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
4. The next day, preheat oven at 350*F. Combine all topping ingredients and cover top evenly of bread mixture.
5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden. I keep the foil on for half the time — then remove. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with maple syrup.