Peach French Toast..a must try!

A couple weekends ago, Mr, and I traveled up the mountain to Appalachian State and I caught up with one of my dearest friends, Mason.  She cooked this DELICIOUS recipe and I then cooked it for my friends during our girls weekend here at my home.

Peach French Toast

Ingredients

• 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  *I used regular wheat bread slices and didn't like the texture as much as the French bread.  It was more soggy..so if you want a more softer texture, use bread slices and if you want a little more "umph" use day-old French bread.*
• 5 eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste

Directions

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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).
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bread is golden brown. Spoon out portions to serve. (recipe from allrecipes.com)