Orange French Toast

When I am short on time I will make regular french toast and just make the orange maple syrup.

4 large eggs
1 C half and half
zest and juice of 1 large orange
2 T brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
8-10 thick slices french bread
2 T butter (optional)
warmed orange maple syrup

Method:
In a medium bowl whisk eggs, half and half, orange zest and juice, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Dip bread in mixture and cook in butter (optional). Serve with orange maple syrup

Orange Maple Syrup
2 T water
3/4 C brown sugar
1/2 C OJ concentrate
1 cube butter
1/4 C pure maple syrup
zest of 1 orange
1/2 C honey (optional)

Method:
In med. sauce pan, bring water, brown sugar and orange juice to a simmer. Add the butter, maple syrup, orange zest and honey. Cook on low heat for 5 min. Serve warm over french toast. (or great with waffles or pancakes.)