*Tip: To dry bread cubes, preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Spread bread cubes in a single layer in a shallow baking pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until dried, stirring twice. Cool completely.

4 egg whites, lightly beaten 2 cups fat-free milk 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 5 cups dried oatmeal bread cubes* 1 large banana, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted 1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate pieces

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl combine egg whites, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Add bread cubes, banana, nuts, and chocolate pieces; toss gently to combine. Transfer to an ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake, uncovered, for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve warm.