1 loaf French bread (long loaf)
4 tsp. sugar
8 lg. eggs
3 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. butter

Grease 9 x 13 inch pan. Cut bread in thick slices about 2 inches. Arrange in single layer pan. In large bowl, beat eggs and other ingredients, except butter. When thoroughly mixed, pour over bread in pan. Cover with foil and refrigerate. Keeps up to 36 hours. To bake, remove foil. Dot with butter. Put in 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. Remove and let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with syrup or honey. Leftovers can be reheated the next day.