Peanut Butter & Pear French Toast
Makes 4 Servings
INGREDIENTS
1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pear halves sliced, drained
1/3 cup peanut butter
8 slices firm, white bread
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 to 2 tablespoons butter
(optional) honey or maple syrup
METHOD
Cut pears into 1/4-inch thick slices; set aside. Spread 1 teaspoon peanut butter on each slice of bread, one side only. Place pears on peanut butter side of 4 slices. Put 2 slices of bread together to make a sandwich with peanut butter and pears for the filling; repeat with remaining slices. In medium shallow bowl, combine eggs, milk, honey and cinnamon; whisk or stir with fork until blended. Dip sandwiches into egg mixture, evenly coating both sides. In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Serve hot with honey or syrup.
NUTRITION (Per Serving)
Calories: 392
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrate: 47g
Fiber: 4g
Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 117mg
Sodium: 424mg