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night-before french toast

Recipe by
Mary-Ann D'Antonio
Stoneham, MA

I have used this recipe for years, especially when I have over night guests. It is so easy and my guests really enjoy it and always ask for the recipe. The 13 x 9 pan is empty after breakfast so I know everyone enjoyed it.

yield 9 big pieces
prep time 25 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For night-before french toast

  • 1
    loaf of french bread
  • 3 c
    milk
  • 1-2 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1/4 c
    brown sugar
  • 8
    eggs
  • 1-2 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 1/2 stick
    butter, melted

How To Make night-before french toast

  • 1
    Melt butter and brown sugar together.
  • 2
    Coat bottom of 9x13 pan. Cut bread into 1" slices and place in pan.
  • 3
    Pour melted butter and brown sugar over the bread.
  • 4
    In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, milk and vanilla; pour over bread.
  • 5
    Sprinkle with cinnamon, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • 6
    In the morning, preheat over to 375 degrees. Bake uncovered 30-45 minutes in middle of oven.
  • 7
    It is done when knife inserted comes out clean and bread is puffy. Serve immediately.
  • 8
    This can be served plain or with maple syrup.

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