Shelly's Recipe

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST

Category: French Toast

12 slices of day-old white bread, crusts removed
2 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
1 cup blueberries
12 eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey

Sauce:
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 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish. Cut cream cheese into 1-inch cubes; place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread.
In 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 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 25 to 30 minutes more or until golden brown and center is set.

In saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; add water. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in blueberries; reduce heat. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until blueberries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve over French Toast. Serves: 6 to 8 (1-3/4 cups sauce)