Praline Brunch Toast - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 eggs
1 1/2 c. half and half
3/4 c. and 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, packed
2 tsp. vanilla
8 (3/4-inch thick) slices sourdough bread
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. maple syrup
3/4 c. coarsely chopped pecans

Preparation

In a bowl, thoroughly blend eggs, half and half, 1 tablespoon brown sugar and vanilla.
Pour half of egg mixture into 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Place bread slices in mixture, trimming to fit, if necessary.
Pour remaining egg mixture over bread.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.