French toast alla doppia cannella

Ingredienti

• 1 Cup maple syrup*
• 3 Tbsp butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 Cup whipping cream (or half and half)
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 4 slices thick bread

Preparazione

1. 1

   In heavy, mediuim saucepan, mix and bring to a boil 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp cinnamon, and maple syrup

2. 2

   Boil approximately 2 minutes

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Then mix in vanilla, cream, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 3 Tbsps of the maple syrup mixture

4. 4

   In a large baking dish, lay out the pieces of bread flat. Using a fork, dock (poke a few holes in) the bread to allow the mixture to better absorb

5. 5

   Pour the egg mixture of the bread and allow to stand for a few minutes

6. 6

   In a large skillet, over a medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter

7. 7

   Add bread and cook approximately 1 ½ minutes on each side

8. 8

   Remove from skillet, serve with maple syrup, butter, and whipped topping (optional)