The holidays are upon us and that only means one thing: lots and lots of gatherings that somehow always happen around the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. In other words, brunch.

One of my favorite things to bring to these occasions (beside the Bloody Marys) is French toast. To me, its a non-negotiable food that must be on your table. While theres something to be said about dipping and cooking each slice individually until its perfectly toasted, its not really the best option when youre cooking for a crowd. Who has time for that?

Instead, I like to turn French toast into a big casserole and serve it family style. A traditional casserole can take over an hour in the oven. But with the help of an Instant Pot, it takes just 25 minutes. This method is great when youre in a hurry or if something else is cooking in your oven. The pressure from the machine helps to condense the flavors, so you end up with a moist, rich and luscious breakfast.