Baked French Toast

A unique method of preparation that avoids the traditional fat of frying, this recipe creates a delicious maple coating on the bottom of the toast.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  cup  light maple syrup
• 1 (16 ounce) loaf  French bread
• 2  large eggs
• 2  large  egg whites
• 1 1⁄2 cups skim milk
• 1  tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Coat a 3 quart oblong baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Pour the maple syrup into the dish.
3. Slice the French bread into eigth 2 inch slices and place over the syrup.
4. In another bowl, beat the eggs, egg whites, skim milk, vanilla, and nutmeg until well blended.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the bread, pressing the bread to soak up the liquid.
6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
7. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F.
8. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown.