Cookbook:Orange French Toast

Orange french toast puts a twist on cinnamon bread.

Ingredients

 * 6 eggs, lightly beaten
 * ¾ cup orange juice
 * ½ cup half-and-half cream
 * 2 tablespoons sugar
 * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 * ½ teaspoon grated orange peel
 * 8 thick slices cinnamon bread
 * ¼ cup butter, melted

Procedure

 * 1) In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, orange juice, half-and-half, sugar, vanilla, and orange peel.
 * 2) Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture; let soak for 5 minutes.
 * 3) Place in a greased  baking pan.
 * 4) Cover and refrigerate overnight.
 * 5) Uncover, and drizzle with butter.
 * 6) Bake at 325 °F for 35–40 minutes or until browned.