Pain Perdu

Directions

1. 1
   Place bread in a large bowl and set aside.
2. 2
   Mix cream, eggs, sugar, brandy and salt in a blender.
3. 3
   Pour over bread slices.
4. 4
   Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, turning once to ensure proper absorption.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat large oven proof saute pan over medium-high heat and add butter.
6. 6
   When foam subsides, put soaked bread in pan and cook on one side, 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Turn and place in oven, 10 to 15 minutes, until cooked through and custardy in the middle.