Make- Ahead French Toast

12 Eggs

2 c Milk

1 t Lemon rind

1 t Sugar

1 t Vanilla

1/2 ts Salt

1/4 ts Cinnamon

8 Slices bread, cut on the

-Diagonal

Grease 9 x 13" shallow baking dish;set aside.In large bowl,beat together all ingredients except bread.Arrange bread slices so they overlap.Pour egg mixture over bread.Cover;refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve,preheat oven to 350 degrees.Bake for 30 to 35 minutes,until golden and fluffy.Serve with hot syrup or jam.Makes 8 servings.