French Toast With Pears, Brie, and Cinnamon |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A delicious twist on french toast that can be made-ahead and chilled for up to 24 hours. Great for brunch, holidays, and special occasions. Ingredients:
3 medium pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced |
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar |
1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh rosemary |
2 tablespoons butter |
14 -16 slices french bread (half-inch slices, about 1 loaf) |
8 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cheese thinly sliced |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
3 tablespoons sugar |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
2 1/2 cups milk |
3 eggs |
1 tablespoon vanilla |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. Grease a 9x13 baking dish; set aside. In a large skillet cook pears, brown sugar, and rosemary in 2 T butter over medium heat for 4-5 mins or until pears are tender.
2. Arrange 7 or 8 bread slices in a single layer in prepared dish. Spoon pear mixture and arrange Brie on bread slices. Top each stack with a bread slice. Brush bread with melted butter.
3. Combine sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over bread. In a medium bowl whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Slowly pour over bread slices. Cover and chill for 1-24 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 375°F Bake, uncovered, for 40-45 mins or until edges are puffed and golden. Let stand for 10 minutes. Serve warm with maple syrup, berries, and honey, or cranberry conserve.
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