1 week old loaf pumpkin bread (store-bought or favorite recipe)
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
whipped cream (optional)

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Slice pumpkin bread into 1-inch cubes. Place in a large mixing bowl and set aside.

In a separate bowl dissolve cornstarch in milk. Beat in eggs, sugar and vanilla, until thoroughly combined.

Pour mixture over bread cubes, and stir until bread cubes are fully soaked.

Place in a buttered, glass or Pyrex casserole dish. Cover and place in the oven, and bake at 375°F for 45 to 50 minutes, or until fully baked through and lightly brown on top.

Remove from oven and let cool. Serve slightly warm, topped with whipped cream if desired.

Submitted by: Daniel Lee Mishkin