Step 1: Slice French bread into 20 slices, 1 inch thick.
Step 2: Arrange slices in a generously buttered 9x13-inch baking dish in 2 rows, overlapping slices.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the eggs, half and half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and beat with wire whisk until well blended.
Step 4: Pour mixture over bread slices, making sure all are covered evenly with egg mixture.
Step 5: Spoon some of the mixture in between the slices. Be sure that all slices are soaked
Step 6: Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
Step 7: The next morning, preheat oven to 350°F.
Step 8: Praline topping and spread it evenly over bread
Step 9: Bake for 40 minutes, until puffed up and lightly golden brown.
Step 10: Serve with maple syrup.
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