This delectable brunch recipe serves up to eight people.

Stir in the pecans and raisins.

Arrange the bread in an overlapping pattern in a buttered 3-quart baking dish.

French Toast Casserole Recipe

Photo: Charles Masters

Pour over any remaining liquid, nuts, and raisins from the bowl.

Sprinkle with the raw sugar.

Bake until set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes.

Serve warm, with additional maple syrup.

Chef’s Notes

To make ahead, soak the bread and custard in a bowl overnight.

In the morning, layer in a casserole and bake as instructed.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.