French Toast Strata

Ingredients

• 10 cups white bread cubes
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Place bread cubes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Using medium speed of an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs, two at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Add milk, syrup, vanilla and nutmeg; beat just until blended.
4. Pour mixture evenly over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F (180°C) for 55 – 60 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.