Ingredients
1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons water1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches, drained12 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)5 large eggs1-1/2 cups whole milk1 tablespoon vanilla extractGround cinnamon
Preparation
In a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with peaches. Arrange bread over peaches.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and vanilla; slowly pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove dish from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking; sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until a knife inserted in the center of French toast comes out clean, 25-30 minutes longer. Serve with a spoon.
