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Baked French Toast Casserole

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A comforting baked French toast casserole, perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf French bread (13 to 16 ounces)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups half and half (or 2 cups whole milk)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Dash salt
  • Praline topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the French bread into 20 slices, about 1 inch thick.
  2. Butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Arrange the slices in two rows, overlapping slightly.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, half and half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until blended.
  4. Pour the custard evenly over the bread. Use a spoon to push some of the liquid between slices.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) the next morning. Remove the foil.
  7. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until golden brown and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best absorption; avoid very fresh bread as it can become too soggy.

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