Maple Pecan Sausage Casserole

1 10oz maple sausage links
1 16oz loaf raisin bread, cubed
6 eggs
3 cups half and half
4 Tbsp maple syup, divided
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/3 cup pecans
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup margering, melted

Brown sausage. Cut into bite-sized pieces. Spread in greased 9x13 baking dish. Add bread. Mix eggs, half and half, 2 Tbsp syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. pour mixture over bread and sausage. Combine pecans, sugar, butter, and 2 Tbps syrup in small bowl. Spoon over top of casserole. Bake uncovered at 350 for 30-40 minutes, or until knife comes out clean.

*Can be made ahead and refrigerated*

Recipe from Mary