1 loaf French bread
1 1/2 c. milk
4 eggs
1/4 c. orange juice
1/4 c. sugar (granulated)
1 tbsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. orange liqueur (optional)
Powdered sugar

Cut bread into 1 inch pieces slightly on the diagonal. Remove ends and arrange slices in 9x13 inch glass baking dish in a single layer.

Mix milk, eggs, orange juice, granulated sugar, vanilla and liqueur until sugar is dissolved. Pour over bread.

Cover and refrigerate 12 to 24 hours. Transfer to lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven 30-40 minutes until puffed and light brown. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with syrup.