MORNING GLORIES

CROISSANT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE Turning croissants and marmalade into an overnight casserole makes a wonderful treat for family and guests the next morning. Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TX Prep: 15 min. + chilling Bake: 25 min. Makes: 10 servings 1 jar (18 oz.) orange marmalade½ cup apricot preserves⅓ cup orange juice3 tsp. grated orange zest10 croissants, split5 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1 tsp. almond or vanilla extractOptional: Quartered fresh strawberries and whipped cream 1. In a small bowl, mix marmalade, preserves, orange juice and zest. Spread croissant bottoms with marmalade mixture; replace tops. Cut croissants in half; arrange in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. 2. In another bowl, whisk eggs, cream and extract; pour over croissants. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. 3. Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until a…