Apricot-blueberry Whole-grain French Toast |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Wake up with this great breakfast! Enjoy whole-grain French toast with a nutrient-rich apricot-blueberry topping, made with canned fruit from your pantry shelf. Ingredients:
apricot-blueberry topping |
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) apricot halves in light syrup |
1 can (15 ounces) wild blueberries in light syrup |
1 tablespoon sugar, optional |
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
pinch ground nutmeg |
2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water |
french toast |
3 large or extra-large eggs |
1/2 cup fat-free milk (may substitute canned, fat-free evaporated milk) |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
non-stick cooking spray |
4 slices whole-wheat bread |
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted, optional |
Directions:
1. For the Apricot-Blueberry Topping: Drain apricots and blueberries, reserving the syrup, and set fruit aside. Combine the reserved syrup, sugar if desired, cinnamon, nutmeg and cornstarch, mixing until blended in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer for 4 to 6 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Slice apricots; add apricots and blueberries to the sauce. Heat through; cover and set aside.
2. For the French Toast: Whisk eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla in a shallow dish until blended. Lightly coat a large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Dip the bread into egg mixture, turning to soak both sides; place in the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned, turning once. Cut each into 4 triangles and arrange on serving plates. Spoon the apricot-blueberry topping over the toast; sprinkle with almonds, if desired.
3. Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 310; Total fat 5g; Saturated fat 1.5g; Cholesterol 160mg; Sodium 220mg; Total carbohydrate 57g; Fiber 5g; Protein 9g; Vitamin A 35%DV*; Vitamin C 4%DV; Calcium 10%DV; Iron 15%DV
4. *Daily Value
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