DISNEY'S WILDERNESS LODGE FRENCH TOAST

1 (8 oz.) loaf French bread
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 cups milk
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar, divided use
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. butter or margarine
maple syrup (optional, for serving)

Cut bread diagonally into eight 1 1/2-inch thick slices. Cut a 2-inch-long slit 1 inch deep in top of each slice to form a pocket. Divide 1 cup fresh blueberries into 8 portions; fill pockets with berries.

Whisk together milk, eggs, 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla extract in large bowl.

To make the Cinnamon Sugar, combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon in cup. Set both aside.

Soak bread slices in egg mixture 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter or margarine in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 4 bread slices until golden, turning once, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to platter; cover and keep warm. Wipe skillet. Repeat process with another 1 tablespoon butter and remaining bread.

Transfer French roast to 4 serving plates; sprinkle tops with Cinnamon Sugar. Serve with maple syrup, if desired.

Servings: 4
From: Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Orlando, FL
Source: Ladies Home Journal magazine, March 1998