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Grand
Marnier French Toast
| 4 large eggs
¾ cup half and half ¼ cup Grand Marnier or other orange-flavored liqueur or frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon grated orange peel ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 8 ¾-inch-thick French bread slices 4 tablespoons(½ stick) butter Powdered sugar Warm maple syrup Whisk first 6 ingredients to blend in medium bowl. Dip each bread slice into egg mixture and arrange in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Pour remaining egg mixture evenly over bread. Let stand until egg mixture is absorbed, at least 20 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Place baking sheet in oven and preheat to 350°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 bread slices to skillet and sauté until cooked through and brown, about 3 minutes per side. Place on baking sheet in oven to keep warm. Repeat cooking with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 4 bread slices. Transfer French toast to 4 plates. Sift powdered sugar over. Serve with maple syrup. Serves 4. |
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