2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. milk
1 tbsp. orange juice
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
6 (3/4-inch thick) slices French bread
2 tbsp. butter, divided
Powdered sugar

Combine first 7 ingredients; beat well. Set aside. Place bread in a single layer in a shallow dish. Pour egg mixture over bread; turn slices to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours.

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet. Arrange 3 slices of bread in skillet and cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Repeat with other bread. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Makes 2-3 servings.

Great for Christmas morning!