Banana Bread Bread Pudding

1 loaf banana bread (drier bread works well), cut into 1-inch cubes (approx. 6 cups)
3 eggs
3 cups milk
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

In a very large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla.   Add in bread cubes and stir to coat.

Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.  Pour bread mixture into baking dish and spread out into as near to a single layer as you can.  Using your hands or the back of a spoon, press the bread into the egg mixture so that the bread is submerged in the egg mixture as much as possible.

Cover tightly and place in the refrigerator overnight.

In the morning, remove the pan from the fridge to set on the counter while you preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.  Bake, uncovered, for 35-45 minutes, or until set (until there is no liquid running).  Remove from oven and let cool quite a bit before serving.  It's good slightly warm, but not hot.

Drizzle with maple syrup or honey for a little added sweetness.