Pain Perdu

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• ½ pint fresh strawberries, (hulled and sliced)
• 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar, (divided)
• 3 tablespoons Grand Marnier, (divided)
• 6 extra-large eggs
• 1½ cups milk or half & half
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 large brioche or challah loaf
• unsalted butter
• vegetable oil
• ½ cup sliced almonds, (toasted)
• powdered sugar, (for serving)