Ingredients
8 to 10 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)5 tablespoons butter, melted4 eggs2 egg yolks3 cups milk1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegConfectioners’ sugar, optional
Preparation
Brush both sides of bread with butter; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, beat eggs and yolks. Add milk, cream, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg; mix well. Pour over the bread slices. Cover and chill overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before serving. Dust with confectioners’ sugar if desired.
