Maple-Flavored Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Bring syrup and milk just to boil in small saucepan on medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; set aside.
4. 4
   Beat eggs in large bowl with wire whisk or fork until well blended.
5. 5
   Gradually add hot syrup mixture, beating until well blended after each addition.
6. 6
   Stir in toasted bread cubes and the pecans.
7. 7
   Pour into greased 1-qt.
8. 8
   casserole dish.
9. 9
   Bake 20 min.
10. 10
    or until center of pudding is set.
11. 11
    Serve warm topped with the whipped topping.