French Toast with Caramelized Pecans, Strawberries and Cream |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced |
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar |
3/4 cup heavy cream |
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature |
4 eggs |
1/4 cup milk |
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon |
4 (1 1/2-inch thick) slices stale brioche |
3 tablespoons butter |
1/2 cup pecans, chopped |
1/4 cup brown sugar |
special equipment: food processor |
Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, mix together strawberries and 1/2 cup of sugar. Set aside.
2. In a food processor, blend together heavy cream, cream cheese and 1 tablespoon sugar until thick and creamy.
3. In a baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Place bread slices in pan and soak on each side until well coated and soaked through. In a large skillet or griddle over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Remove and drain the bread slices and cook until golden turning once, about 5 to 7 minutes. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, add the pecans, brown sugar and 2 tablespoons butter. Stir until sugar has melted and pecans are coated and sticky. Serve French toast with dollop of cream, sticky pecans and strawberries.
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