Family brunch always begins with overnight French toast. It’s easy to assemble and is beloved by everyone. We even make this simple, but indulgent dish when renting vacation homes. The only special equipment needed is a 13-by 9-inch baking dish and an oven.
For this year’s Fourth of July family gathering, we will gild the top of the casserole with a glossy layer of jam. Fruit juice-sweetened fruit spread adds deep fruit flavor with less sugar than ordinary jam or preserves. A couple cups of fresh or frozen berries sprinkled between the layers adds great flavor and texture to the finished dish.
