Description:

A warm dish served for breakfast somewhat like a strada

Source:

Helen B.

Serves/Makes:8 servings

Ingredients

• 12 slices day-old white bread, crust removed
• 2 8 oz (224 grm). packages light cream cheese
• 1 cup (225 ml) fresh or frozen blueberries
• 12 eggs OR
• egg substitute equivalent to 12 eggs
• 2 cups (475 ml) skim milk
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) maple syrup
• Sauce:
• 1 cup (225 ml) sugar
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) cornstarch
• 1 cup (225 ml) water
• 1 cup (225 ml) fresh or frozen blueberries

Preparation

• Cut bread into 1-in. cubes; place half in a 3-in x 9-in x 2-in baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
• Cut cream cheese into 1-in cubes: place over bread.
• Top with blueberries and remaining bread.
• In a large bowl, combine eggs or egg substitute, milk and syrup; mix well.
• Pour over bread mixture.
• Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight.
• Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
• Cover and bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 30 minutes.
• Uncover; bake 25 to 30 minutes longer or until golden brown and the center is set.
• Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; add water.
• Bring to a boil over medium heat: boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Stir in blueberries; reduce heat.
• Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries have burst.
• Serve over French toast.

Comments

Tthis is a wonderful dish that can be made the night before. Excellent for a brunch.