Preparation Whisk together the eggs, yolks, sugar, & vanilla.Add the milk and cream & whisk blending well.Line the bottom of a buttered 9x13 baking dish with the thick slices of bread.make certain that the bread fits snuggly inside the baking dish.You may have to use two baking dishes to serve eight.Pour the liquid mixture over the bread (it will float).Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.The above steps may be done the night before you plan to serve the dish.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sprinkle the top of bread with cinnamon and sliced almonds.Bake for 1 hour.Let stand for a minute or two before cutting.Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh fruit.