INGREDIENTS
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1/2cup slivered almonds
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4tablespoons light brown sugar
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8large slices hearty white sandwich bread or good-quality challah (see note)
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1 1/2cups whole milk, warmed (see note)
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3large egg yolks
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1/2teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons for cooking
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1/4teaspoon table salt
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1tablespoon vanilla extract
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1tablespoon Triple Sec
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1teaspoon grated orange zest
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Maple syrup