STRAWBERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST

STRAWBERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST

Ingredients for 4 Servings

6 oz (two-thirds of an 8-ounce package) lowfat Neufchâtel cheese, softened
1/2 cup Maple syrup, divided
8 slices Bread
18 oz Baskets of California strawberries, stemmed and sliced, divided
2 pcs Eggs
3 tbsp Milk
1 tbsp Butter or margarine
1 tbsp Vegetable oil
Powered sugar (optional)

Procedure:

1. With only eight ingredients, Strawberry-Stuffed French Toast is a healthy, easy-to-prepare treat for kids heading off to school,
   as well as an irresistible entrée for weekend brunches.
2. Lowfat Neufchâtel cheese brings a rich and decadent flavor to the filling without adding the extra calories and fat.
3. Warm strawberry sauce made with thick maple syrup and fresh strawberries tops this impressive crowd-pleaser.
4. In small bowl, using fork mix cheese and 2 tablespoons of the syrup until blended.
5. Spread one side of each bread slice with cheese mixture, dividing evenly.
6. Layer each of four slices with sliced strawberries to cover surface.
7. Close sandwiches with remaining four slices, facing cheese side down.
8. Press together lightly.
9. In shallow dish, beat eggs and milk until blended.
10. In large nonstick skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat until hot.
11. Dip sandwiches into egg mixture, turning to soak both sides; place in skillet.
12. Cook 5 to 6 minutes until browned, turning once.
13. Meanwhile, in small sauce pan, combine remaining 6 tablespoons of syrup and remaining strawberries.
14. Heat over low heat just until warmed; remove from heat.
15. Sift powdered sugar, if desired, over French toast; cut each diagonally in half.
16. Serve immediately with warm strawberry mixture.
17. Nutritional Information:
18. Per Serving: 460 calories; 18 g fat; 135 mg cholesterol; 530 mg sodium; 61 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 12 g protein.
19. Courtesy of: California Strawberry Commission - calstrawberry.com

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