12 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed
6 eggs
1 c. 2% milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. cinnamon
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. walnuts, chopped
3 tbsp. pancake syrup

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Grease or spray a 9-inch square pan. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, vanilla, and pancake syrup. Beat with a whisk or an electric mixer until smooth.

In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon, sugar, and walnuts.

Layer 4 slices of bread in the pan. Cover with 1/3 of the egg mixture, then 1/3 of the cinnamon mixture. Repeat with 2 more layers. If the top layer seems dry, sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons milk over the top. Cover with foil. Bake for 40- 45 minutes. Serve with warm pancake syrup. Serving: 6.

Can be prepared in advance, covered, and refrigerated overnight before serving. Bring the dish to room temperature before baking.