French Bread French Toast with Peach Purée

In a food processor, coarsely chop the peaches.

Add the jam; process briefly to blend.

Set aside.

Slice the bread on the diagonal into 1/2-inch slices.

In a shallow dish, beat the eggs, milk and vanilla together.

Soak the bread, a few slices at a time, in the egg mixture.

Be sure the bread is thoroughly soaked. In a large skillet (preferably nonstick), warm 1 teaspoon of butter in 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium high heat until the butter is melted.

Add 4 slices of bread; cook until golden on both sides.

Repeat for the remaining bread, using the remaining butter and oil, plus more if needed.

Dust the toast with confectioners sugar; serve with the peach sauce.

If desired, the peach sauce can be briefly warmed before serving.