French toast lovers, you need to try this make haveahead breakfast casserole. It is a delicious French toast casserole filled with cinnamon and nutmeg. But, the sugary pecan topping makes this super special. Once baked, It is almost like a praline pecan. Super rich, this would be perfect for a holiday morning or a special brunch. This French toast casserole doesn't need syrup, but if you want to add a drizzle when serving it wouldn't hurt. A teacher from work used to make this casserole whenever we had a potluck breakfast. We all had to have the recipe. Every time I make it, it gets rave reviews!
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Recipe Cuisine: American Recipe Category: Breakfast Casseroles Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients :
- 1 - French baguette (the crustier, the better)
- 6 - eggs
- 1 1/2 cup(s) milk
- 1 cup(s) butter
- 2 cup(s) brown sugar
- 4 tablespoon(s) light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla
- 1/4 cup(s) pecans, in pieces
Intructions :
- The night before: Cut bread into bite-size pieces and put in a 9x13 baking dish
- Mix eggs, milk, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla
- Pour over bread
- Cover and refrigerate overnight
- Morning: Preheat oven to 350. Melt butter. Add brown sugar and light corn syrup and stir until combined
- Pour over bread. Top with nuts. Bake for 35 minutes.
Rated 5/5 based on 81 Reviews
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