Shelly's Recipe

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST

Category: French Toast

12 slices day-old bread, crusts removed
2 pkg cream cheese
1 cup blueberries
12 each eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 cup sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup blueberries
1 tbsp butter

Cut bread into 1 inch cubes; place half in a greased 13x9 inch baking dish. Cut cream cheese into 1 inch cubes; place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread.

In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add 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 350F for 30 minutes. Uncover, bake 25-30 minutes more or until golden brown and center is set.

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. Stir in butter until melted. Serve over French toast.