Raisin Bread French Toast Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 loaf (1 lb) Raisin Bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 8 large eggs
• 4 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine raisin bread cubes, raisins, walnuts (if using), sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture and toss to coat.
5. Let stand for 5 minutes to allow bread to absorb liquid.
6. Transfer bread mixture to prepared baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe): - Calories: 400 - Carbohydrates: 60g - Protein: 20g - Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Sweet and flavorful
• Studded with raisins and nuts
• Perfect for breakfast or brunch
• Can be made ahead of time

User Comments:

• "This French toast casserole was amazing! It was so easy to make and it tasted like it came from a restaurant."
• "I love the combination of raisins and walnuts in this dish. It's so delicious!"
• "This is a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch recipe. It's so easy to reheat and it always turns out perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use stale raisin bread for best results.
• If you don't have walnuts on hand, you can omit them.
• You can also add other spices to your taste, such as ginger or cloves.
• Cover the casserole with foil if it starts to brown too quickly.