Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Prepare the Bread: Cut the French bread loaf into cubes and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Make the Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Pour Over Bread: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring all the bread is coated evenly. Use a spatula or your hands to gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar and melted butter until smooth. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the bread mixture in the baking dish.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the French toast bake is golden brown and set in the center.
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