Grandma's Peach French Toast recipe

8 servings

1 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup butter

2 tablespoons water

1 (29 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained

12 (3/4 inch thick) slices day-old French bread

5 eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste

In a saucepan, stir together the brown sugar, butter and water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

Pour the brown sugar mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish, and tilt the dish to cover the entire bottom.

Place peaches in a layer over the sugar coating, then top with slices of French bread.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla.

Slowly pour over the bread slices to coat evenly.

Sprinkle cinnamon over the top.

Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Remove the dish from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking to come to room temperature.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bread is golden brown.

Spoon out portions to serve.