Two days before Christmas, and I'm writing, writing, writing!! 

Here's a breakfast casserole that is assembled the night before and baked in the morning. 



French Toast Casserole

1 (10 oz.) loaf French Bread,                    4 tsp. sugar
 cut into 1 inch cubes                                1 tsp. vanilla
8 eggs                                                            3/4. tsp salt
3 c. milk

Topping:
2 Tbsp. butter                                                2 tsp. cinnamon
3 Tbsp. sugar        

Place bread cubes in a greased 13 X 9 inch baking pan.  In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla, sugar and salt.  Pour over bread, cover and refrigerate overnight. 
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.  Dot with butter.  Combine sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over the top.  Cover and bake 45 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.  Serve with maple or fruit syrup.  Yields 12 servings. 

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas,
Beth