Directions

1. 1. Note: This is designed to be made the night before for easy baking in the morning. While you are baking it, watch closely, you don't want it to get too brown. And, baking it in a nonstick pan will make make your life considerably easier.
2. 2. Combine the dark syrup, butter and brown sugar in a sauce pot over medium heat. Cook until bubbly.
3. 3. Remove from heat, pour into a 13 by 9 inch baking dish and generously sprinkle chopped pecans over the syrup mixture.
4. 4. Arrange the french bread slices over the mixture, set aside.
5. 5. In a mixing bowl combine the eggs, milk, and vanilla. Pour over the bread and refrigerate overnight.
6. 6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes.
7. 7. Invert and serve with whipped cream and strawberries.