Make - ahead french toast

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
12Eggs
2cupsMilk
1teaspoonLemon rind
1teaspoonSugar
1teaspoonVanilla
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonCinnamon
8Slices bread, cut on the
Diagonal

Directions

Grease 9 x 13" shallow baking dish;set aside.In large bowl,beat together all ingredients except bread.Arrange bread slices so they overlap.Pour egg mixture over bread.Cover;refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve,preheat oven to 350 degrees.Bake for 30 to 35 minutes,until golden and fluffy.Serve with hot syrup or jam.Makes 8 servings.