Julie Smiths French Toast Strata - Bread

Method

• Cut French bread in cubes.
• Place half of bread cubes in bottom of a greased 3-quart casserole dish.
• Sprinkle cubed cream cheese on bread.
• Add remaining bread cubes.
• In a large bowl, beat until well blended the eggs, milk, melted margarine or butter and maple syrup.
• Pour mixture over bread cubes and press down with a spatula.
• Cover with plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
• Remove wrap and bake at 325 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.
• Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
• Serve with hot butter syrup.