Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish generously with butter.

Step 2

Slice the French bread into 20 (1-inch) pieces. Arrange the bread in the greased dish in 2 rows, overlapping the slices. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half or cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well-blended, but not bubbly.

Step 4

Pour the mixture over the bread slices. Spoon some of the mixture in between the slices to be sure all are evenly soaked.

Step 5

Cover the dish with foil and chill in the fridge overnight.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 7

For the praline topping, mix butter, brown sugar, pecans, corn syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well-combined. Spread the topping over the bread slices.

Step 8

Bake for 40 minutes, or until puffed and lightly golden.

Step 9

Serve with maple syrup. Enjoy!