Overnight French Toast
Description
A savory option featuring salty ham and melted provolone cheese inside. Hearty and satisfying—ideal for brunch or a protein-rich breakfast.
Ingredients
- 9 eggs
- 3 cups light cream 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rum flavored extract (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 24 (3/4 inch thick) slices french bread
- praline syrup:
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
Directions
- In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs. Mix in cream, sugar, rum extract if desired, vanilla and nutmeg. Place the bread in a single layer in two well-greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans. Pour the egg mixture over bread in each pan. Turn bread over to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 20-22 minutes or until golden.
- Meanwhile, for syrup, bring brown sugar, corn syrup and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes. Add pecans and butter; simmer 2 minutes longer. Serve with the French toast.
