Paula Deen's Praline French Toast Casserole

Very easy to make and delicious. Make it up the day before and set in refrigerator over night. This is a great recipe from a great southern cook, Paula Deen.

• Ready In: 1 hr 25 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 8  eggs
• 1 1⁄2 cups half-and-half
• 1⁄3 cup maple syrup
• 1⁄3 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 10 -12  slices  soft  bread, 1 inch thick

• Topping

• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1⁄2 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2⁄3 cup maple syrup
• 2  cups pecans, chopped

Directions

1. Generously butter a 13 X 9 inch casserole dish;.
2. Mix the eggs, half and half, maple syrup,and sugar in a large bowl.
3. Place the bread slices in the prepared casserole dish and cover with the egg mixture: cover with plastic wrap and let soak overnight in refrigerator.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees; remove the casserole from refrigerator.
5. Make the Topping: melt the butter in a saucepan; add sugar and maple syrup and cook for 1 to 2 minutes; stir in pecans;.
6. Pour the mixture over the bread and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, allow to cool 10 minutes before serving, enjoy.