12 slice day-old white bread --
1 crusts removed
2 package 8 oz each- cream cheese
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12 eggs
2 cup milk
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1 sauce:
1 cup sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1 tbsp butter or margarine
Directions
Cut bread into 1-in. cubes; place half in a greased 13x9x2 inch baking
dish. Cut cream cheese into 1-inch cubes; place over bread. Top with
blueberries and remaining bread. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk
and syrup; mix well. Pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill 8
hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before
baking. Cover and bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover, bake 25-30
minutes more or until golden brown and the center is set. In a
saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; add water. Bring to a boil
over medium heat; boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in
blueberries; reduce heat. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries
have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve over French toast.
Recipe By : Taste Of Home June/July '96
Servings: 6 servings
Blueberry French Toast Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Bread; Breads; Breakfast; French; Fruit
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