Your favorite strawberry preserves mixed
with creamy ricotta cheese comprise the delectable filling in
these French toast 'sandwiches.' Fresh berries and a dusting
of powdered sugar top them off for an attractive and colorful
presentation.
Stuffed French
Toast with Fresh Berry Topping
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries*
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup strawberry preserves
3 large eggs
2/3 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
12 (3/4-inch) slices French bread
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Maple syrup
- Combine berries and granulated
sugar in a small bowl. Combine ricotta cheese and strawberry
preserves in another small bowl; mix well. Combine eggs, evaporated
milk, brown sugar and vanilla in a pie plate or shallow pan;
mix well.
- Spread ricotta-preserve
mixture evenly over half the bread slices. Top with remaining
slices of bread to form sandwiches.
- Heat butter in a large,
nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Dip sandwiches
in egg mixture, coating both sides. Cook on each side for about
2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with powdered
sugar; top with berries. Serve with maple syrup, if desired.
Makes 6 servings.
*raspberries, blueberries,
blackberries and/or halved strawberries.
Recipe and photograph are
the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.
