SERVES 4 PREP TIME: 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS:
8 slices (1 inch thick) Italian bread
3 tablespoons apricot jam
2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
DIRECTIONS:
- Using a paring knife, cut a horizontal slit in each bread slice to form a pocket. Stir together jam and cream cheese. Spoon 1 tablespoon mixture into each pocket.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until combined. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Working in batches of two, lay bread slices in egg low heat. Working in batches of two, lay bread slices in the egg the mixture, letting them soak 5 seconds on each side.
- Lift slices, letting excess drip back into the bowl, and place in skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat, adding remaining tablespoon butter to skillet. Serve immediately with syrup, and fruit salad, as desired.
NUTRITION INFO:
PER SERVING: 247 calories; 11.5 grams fat; 8.6 grams protein; 27.9
grams carbohydrates; 2 grams fiber
From: allrecipes.com
