San Francisco Tower Cafe Custard French Toast

Step 1: Cut French bread into 2 1/2-inch slices and set aside.

Step 2: Combine remaining ingredients except butter and oil in a bowl and mix well.

Step 3: Place bread in a container large enough to hold all slices without stacking.

Step 4: Pour milk mixture over bread.

Step 5: Bread will float.

Step 6: Cover and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 7: Turn bread slices and let soak until all the batter has been absorbed.

Step 8: Place in the refrigerator overnight.

Step 9: They will be ready to cook in the morning.

Step 10: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 11: Heat some butter and oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 12: Fry the soaked bread until golden brown on each side, then place on a sheet pan.

Step 13: Continue until all soaked bread is browned, adding more butter and oil as needed.

Step 14: The burner temperature may need to be adjusted to medium as you fry.

Step 15: Bake for 20 minutes.

Step 16: Serve immediately with butter and maple syrup.