Sweet Cherry French Toast

The cherry topping and dollop of yogurt make each bite a special treat.

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• Spring Season
• Mother's Day
• Family Brunch
• Family Life
• Family Breakfast

You'll be proud to serve this tasty brunch bake from Elisa L., of Aloha, Oregon.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes

You Will Need
8 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/8 teaspoon salt

Cherry Topping
4 cups fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons cold water
Vanilla yogurt


What to Do
1. Place the bread in a greased 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup, sugar, orange peel and salt. Pour over bread; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In a bowl, combine the cherries, orange juice and sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

2. Transfer bread slices to another greased 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan. Discard any remaining egg mixture. Bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.

3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir in the reserved cherry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over French toast; drizzle with yogurt.

Serves 4

From Taste of Home - April/May 2006

 

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