12 slices cinnamon bread, divided
1/4 c butter, melted
8 eggs
2 c whole milk
2 c whipping cream
3/4 c sugar
1 T vanilla

Line the bottom of a greased 13" x 9" baking dish with 6 slices of bread. Brush remaining bread with butter and place, butter side up, over bread in pan.

In large mixing bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, cream, sugar and vanilla; mix well. Pour over bread; let stand for 15 minutes or cover and place in refrigerator over night.

Place dish in a larger baking pan. Pour boiling water into larger pan to a depth of 1". Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with any fruit sauce. Serves 6.