Baked French Toast Casserole

What you'll need

• 8 cupsday-old bread, cubed
• 6eggs
• 2 cupsmilk
• 1/2 cupsugar
• 2 teaspoonsvanilla extract
• 1 teaspooncinnamon
• 2 tablespoonsbutter, melted, for the pan
• maple syrup for serving

Let's cook

1. 1Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter and spread the cubed bread evenly in the dish.
2. 2Whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.
3. 3Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, pressing down gently so the bread absorbs the liquid.
4. 4Cover and let sit for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate overnight if preparing ahead.
5. 5Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes, until puffed and golden.
6. 6Let cool slightly and serve with maple syrup.