8 eggs
1 1/2 c. milk
1 tbsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1 loaf French bread, unsliced
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. maple syrup
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Blend eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon brown sugar and vanilla. Pour half of mixture in a 13x9 pan. Make 3/4-inch slices of French bread (8). Place on top of egg mixture in pan. Pour reserved mixture on top of bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Next morning: In a clean 13x9 pan melt butter. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar and maple syrup. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Place bread on top of nuts. Pour any remaining egg mixture on top. Bake 30-35 minutes at 350 degrees until puffed and brown.