HUMMINGBIRD FARMS LAVENDER FRENCH TOAST BAKE

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, over med-low heat, warm cream and lavender for 5 minutes or until steaming.
• Remove from heat and let cool while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
• In another small saucepan, over medium heat, combine brown sugar, butter, and maple syrup, stirring until smooth and sugar has dissolved.
• Pour into 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish.
• Arrange bread slices in a single layer on top, pushing the slices tightly together.
• In a big bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• Strain cream mixture through a fine sieve into egg mixture, discarding lavender; whisk to combine.
• Pour evenly over bread.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
• Preheat oven to 350°; meanwhile, let casserole stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
• Uncover and bake for 35-40 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown.
• Serve hot, with a sprinkling of powdered sugar and a light drizzle of maple syrup.