(this is great cause you can prepare it the night before)
1 loaf (8 ounce) french bread
6 eggs
1 1/2 c milk
4 T sugar, divided
1 t vanilla
1/8 t salt
ground cinnamon (optional- I didn't do this)
powdered sugar
1 pound strawberries, stemmed and sliced (about 3 cups)
1/2 t lemon zest
1 t lemon juice
Spray a 9 x 13 pan with oil. Cut bread into 1 inch slices; arrange closely in single layer in prepared baker. In separate bowl, beat eggs with whisk. Whisk in milk; 3 T granulated sugar, vanilla and salt; pour over bread. Cover and refrig. at least 1 hour or overnight.
Preheat oven to 400. Sprinkle bread with cinnamon, if desired. Bake, uncovered 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven; sprinkle with powdered sugar. Slice strawberries; place in separate bowl. Add lemon zest, juice and remaining 1 T granulated sugar. Mix lightly. Serve over warm french toast. 8 servings
