1 (1 lb) loaf un-sliced French bread (we actually used Tuscan bread...you just want chewy)

1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, cubed

2 1/2 cups milk

8 eggs

6 tbsp butter, melted

1/4 cup maple syrup

Cube bread.  Grease 9 by 13 casserole dish.  Put in half of the bread cubes.  Top with cream cheese cubes and then with remaining bread.  In a bowel, mix eggs, milk, butter and syrup.  Pour over dish.  Lightly press down to moisten.  Cover and refrigerate for 2-24 hours.  Bake uncovered at 325 for 35-40 minutes or until center is set and the edges are golden brown.  Let stand about 10 minutes before serving with syrup.  Makes 6-8 servings.