French Toast Casserole

INGREDIENTS
1 loaf cinnamon swirl bread, any variety cut into cubes (about 8 cups)
6 eggs
3 cups milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
confectioners' sugar (powdered sugar)

DIRECTIONS
In greased 3-quart shallow baking dish arrange bread cubes. Mix eggs, milk and vanilla. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.

Uncover. Bake a 350 degrees for 50 minutes or until golden. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Serve with pancake syrup if desired.