A Governor's French Toast

Texas size toast (6 slices)
2 tbs. Karo syrup
1 stick margarine
1 cup dark brown sugar
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tbs. vanilla extract
cinnamon
fresh peaches
pecan pieces
powdered sugar

Melt butter, Karo syrup and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to boil, add 2 tbs. water. Continue boiling until thick and frothy. Pour mixture into a 9 x 11" greased baking dish. Slice peaches and lay in pan (6 across and 3 deep). Lay bread over peaches.

Mix eggs, milk and vanilla and pour over bread. Sprinkle with cinnamon and cover. Refrigerate overnight. Uncover, sprinkle with pecan pieces and bake in 350 degree oven 45-50 minutes, until brown. Serve with peach-laced syrup and powdered sugar.

Serves 6.

AUTHOR: Mai