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Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
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Spread the bread slices on a baking sheet and turn off the oven.
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Place the sheet in the oven and leave it overnight until the bread is dried.
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Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
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In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and 1/4 cup sugar until all yolks are broken, and then add the milk and cream.
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Put the dried bread pieces on top of the egg mixture.
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Wait a few minutes, and then push the rest of the bread into the mixture and mix lightly.
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Place a small or medium casserole dish on a baking sheet that is lined with foil.
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Brush the dish with some of the melted butter.
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Put half of the bread mixture in the dish to make a layer that covers the bottom.
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With a slotted spoon, arrange the berries evenly over the bread layer.
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Sprinkle the berries with sugar.
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Using your hands, pull out the remaining bread and create a second layer, arranging it evenly and patting down any crusts.
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With a spatula, stir the remaining egg mixture and pour over the top bread layer.
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Using a flat pastry brush, lightly brush the rest of the melted butter over the top.
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Bake the French toast until it rises up about 1-inch on the sides, about 1 hour.
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Let it cool for about 10 minutes, then cut into servings and serve immediately with sausage patties and fresh fruit.
