Step 1

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl add half and half, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt. Microwave for about 1 minute, just until butter has melted.

Step 2

Add the beaten eggs and cinnamon to the milk mixture and whisk well to combine.

Step 3

Add the bread to the bowl and stir to coat. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish large enough to fit the mixture (any shallow casserole dish; I used a 8x11’’ pan).

Step 4

Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set but still a little wobbly and edges of bread have lightly browned.

Step 5

Serve warm or at room temperature. Drizzle with vanilla cream sauce, if desired.