Make-Ahead Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Directions

1. 1

   Cut baguette into 1-in. slices. Cut each slice in half. Arrange bread in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, milk, 1/4 cup brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg; pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight.
2. 2

   Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine pecans, melted butter, salt and remaining sugar; spoon over bread mixture.
3. 3

   Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes. Sprinkle with blueberries. Bake 10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. 4

   In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into blueberry sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until berries pop. Remove from heat; stir in butter and lemon juice. Serve with French toast. If desired, top with with whipped cream.