Cook and stir until boiling. Boil, uncovered, for 1 minute. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
Arrange bread slices over the mixture.
Combine eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, salt, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
Pour evenly over bread slices. Make sure the egg mixture has completed covered each piece.
Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, and the top is lightly browned. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
Serve with a dollop of fruit compote and a dusting of powdered sugar on top. Maybe even a little whip cream.

Berry Compote Ingredients

Instructions

In a medium sauce pan, combine the fruit, sugar, and juice and bring to a boil. Then simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring often. The fruit will soften and a large amount of juice will be released.
To preserve the shape of the fruit, stir gently.
You may serve the compote right away, or wait until it's cooled to serve, depending on your preference.