Overnight French Toast

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium bowl, beat together eggs, orange juice, milk, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg.
2. 2
   Place bread slices in a 13- by 9- by 2-inch pan, overlapping if necessary.
3. 3
   Pour egg mixture evenly over the top, cover and refrigerate overnight.Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
4. 4
   Brush a large baking sheet with melted butter, then arrange bread slices on top in a single layer.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with pecans and orange zest.
6. 6
   Bake until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
7. 7
   Serve immediately.This recipe yields 6 servings.