Apricot-Stuffed French Toast ...... A Different Twist To The Usual French Toast

Apricot-Stuffed French Toast

Ingredients:

1 loaf Italian bread (about four inches in diameter), cut into 8 -1 inch thick slices.

3 tablespoons apricot jam

1/4 cup reduced fat cream cheese

2 large eggs

1/2 cup low fat (1%) milk

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 to 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter

pure maple syrup for serving

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Directions:

Using a paring knife, cut a horizontal slice to form a pocket in each slice of bread. In a bowl blend the jam and cream cheese. Spoon 1 Tablespoon mixture into each pocket.

In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until combined. In a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 Tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Lay the bread slices in the egg mixture letting them soak for 5 seconds on each side.

Place the slices in skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining bread, adding more butter to skillet as needed. Serve with maple syrup. Serves 4