Grand Marnier French Toast  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    This is awesome!!! What a great way to start the day. Canadian bacon makes a great accompaniment Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                4 large eggs  |  
                                                3/4 cup half and half  |  
                                                1/4 cup grand marnier or other orange-flavored liqueur or frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed  |  
                                                2 tablespoons sugar  |  
                                                1 tablespoon grated orange peel  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract  |  
                                                8 3/4-inch-thick french bread slices  |  
                                                4 tablespoons(1/2 stick) butter  |  
                                                powdered sugar  |  
                                                warm maple syrup  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. 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.) 2. 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.                              | 
                         
                         
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