Crème Brûlée French Toast

Ingredients 

French Toast 

• 1 loaf French Bread (about 8 oz loaf)
• 6 Eggs
• 1 cup Half and Half
• 1/2 cup Sugar (plus extra for sanding)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg 

Topping

• 2 pint Blueberries
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/3 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• pinch Salt 

Directions

French Toast

1. Slice french bread 1 inch thick and place in an even layer on the bottom of a 9×13 casserole pan. 
2. Whisk together eggs, half and half, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, salt, and nutmeg. Pour mixture over the bread. Cover and refrigerate over night. 
3. Lightly butter a griddle or skillet. Place over low heat and cook each bread slice until golden brown. 
4. Place a layer of sugar on the top of each french toast piece. Using a brulee torch, melt the sugar on the top of each piece (similar to the method of creme brulee).
5. Top with blueberry sauce. 

Topping

1. Place all ingredients together in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Continue simmering 15 -20 minutes or until reduced and slightly thickened. 
2. Enjoy!

Nutrition 

Servings: 6

Calories: 429

Fat: 10.2

Carbs: 76.3

Fiber: 4.2

Protein: 12.2