In a medium pot, combine milk, cinnamon sticks, lemon peel, and sugar.

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

Remove from heat, discard the lemon peel and cinnamon sticks.

Slice stale French bread into 1/2 to 1-inch thick slices.

Arrange bread slices in a shallow dish or on plates.

Pour 1-2 tablespoons of the milk mixture over each bread slice, ensuring it soaks well without falling apart.

Let the bread soak for 15-20 minutes.

In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in vegetable oil.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Dip each soaked bread slice into the beaten egg mixture.

Fry the bread slices in the skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Place the fried torrijas on paper towels to remove excess oil.

In a mortar, combine sugar and cinnamon powder and grind for 1-2 minutes.

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the torrijas.

Let them cool for 20 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your Spanish-style French toast!