Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

Serves 8 - 10

Ingredients:

Directions:

1. Thoroughly coat a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray. Evenly spread the bread cubes in the pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin purée (or canned), vanilla, maple syrup and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
3. Pour over bread carefully to cover all bread crumbs; then push down with a spoon or your hands until it's all soaked. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate overnight.
4. In the morning, uncover the pan and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, nuts and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top of the bread mixture and bake for 1 hour or until golden brown and no longer wet. Internal temperature should be 160 degrees F.
5. Serve immediately with maple syrup or honey. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to two days.