Maple Pecan Baked French Toast

Ingredients:

2 loafs= 12 cups cubed 1 inch (day or two old)

12 eggs

1 1/2 cups cream

1 teaspoon maple extract

2 teaspoons Vietnamese cinnamon

4 tablespoons brown sugar

1/2 cup melted butter

1 cup toasted pecan pieces

Directions:

Whisk heavy cream, eggs, cinnamon, and maple extract together until you see air bubbles.  Fold in cubed bread.  Spread into greased casserole dish.  Top with brown sugar and pecans.  Drizzle with melted butter.  Cook at 350 for 45 minutes covered, remove cover and cook for 10 to 15 more minutes.  Serve with fresh whipped cream and pure maple syrup.