1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 (8oz) pkg. Cream cheese, cut into cubes
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups milk (you can use skim milk, light cream or half & half)
6 Tbs. melted butter
1/4 cup maple syrup

Grease 3 quart rectangular baking dish and spread half the bread cubes on the bottom.  Top with cream cheese cubes and remaining bread

Combine eggs, milk, butter and syrup in a blender.  Beat until ingredients are well moistened and pour over bread and cream cheese.  Press the bread cubes into the liquid to make sure they are all moistened.  Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.

Bake uncovered at 325 for 35-40 minutes.  When it is done, the center is "set" and the edges are nicely golden brown.  Serve with syrup on the side.

Serves 6-8 guests