PAULA DEAN'S BAKED FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Paula Dean's Baked French Toast Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PACE6634

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 loaf French bread (13 to 16 ounces)
8 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 dash salt
1/2 lb butter, softened at room temperature
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Slice French bread into 20 slices, 1-inch each. Arrange slices in a generously buttered 9 by 13-inch flat baking dish in 2 rows, overlapping the slices.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and beat with a rotary beater or whisk until blended but not too bubbly. Pour mixture over the bread slices, making sure all are covered evenly with the milk-egg mixture. Spoon some of the mixture in between the slices.
  • Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine all ingredients for the Praline Topping in a medium bowl and blend well. Spread Praline Topping evenly over the bread and bake for 40 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden.
  • Serve with maple syrup.

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I'm not a big fan of French toast, but I loved this casserole. It was so rich and decadent.


Sefat Jamal
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.


Michael Sturgeon
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how good it was.


C Dr yggh
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This casserole was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Arif vi
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I've tried many French toast casserole recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bread is perfectly cooked and the custard is rich and flavorful.


Khan 14
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This French toast casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.