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Monday, October 22, 2007

Good Morning Recipe










Good Morning ...

I thought I'd share a favorite recipe of mine. You can prepare it the night before and just put it in the oven to bake the next morning. It makes a terrific "special" breakfast for the holidays and weekends.

It's a family favorite in our house.

BAKED FRENCH TOAST


1 Loaf of Cinnamon Swirl Bread (or Raisin Bread)
6 Eggs
3 Cups Milk
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon Vanilla

Layer the bread in a 9x13 glass pan that has been sprayed generously with Pam. Use the whole loaf. (You'll have 2 full layers of bread. I just put any remaining "odd" pieces across the top too.)

Beat the eggs, milk, brown sugar and vanilla together with a whisk and pour over the bread. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.

The next morning, bake at 350 degrees for about an hour. (Check on it after 45 minutes. The top should be golden brown and slightly crisp while the inside is soft)

Serve with butter and syrup or fruit topping & whipped cream.

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