Orange French Toast

(Courtesy of Taste of Home)

Ingredients:
6 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 c. orange juice
1/2 c. half-and-half cream
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. grated orange peel
8 thick slices cinnamon bread
1/4 c. butter, melted


Directions:
In a shallow bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients.  Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture; let soak for 5 minutes.  Place in a greased 15x10 inch baking pan.  Cover and refrigerate overnight.


Uncover; drizzle with butter.  Bake at 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until browned.