Blueberry strata

serves 12

Ingredients:
12 slices firm white bread cut into 1/2 inch cubes (abt 8 cups)
2 c frozen or fresh blueberries
1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, cut into small cubes
8 eggs
2 1/2 c milk
2 t cinnamon
1 c maple syrup
1/4 c brown sugar

Directions:
1. Spread half the bread cubes onto bottom of 13x9 inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; cover w/ 1 c blueberries, cream cheese, and remaining bread.
2. Whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon in medium bowl til well blended. Add 1/3 c syrup and sugar; mix well. Pour over bread. Refrigerate 12 hours or overnight.
3. Heat at 350F. Bake strata, covered, 1 hour to 1 hour 5 mins or til center is set and top is lightly browned, uncovering after 30 mins.
4. Bring remaining syrup and blueberries to boil in saucepan, stirring constantly; simmer on medium-low heat for a minute, stirring constantly. Serve over individual servings of strata.