Bananas Foster is great poured over ice cream, but did you know it's also great over french toast? Try this french toast recipe that is the perfect compliment to a lazy weekend in bed, Sunday brunch or just a fantastic way to say "I love you."
What You Will Need
- 4 slices thick whole grain bread
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 egg yolks
- Salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 vanilla bean
- 3-4 chopped bananas
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup hazelnuts
Directions
1. In a pan over medium high heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir. Cook until bubbly.
2. Add the rum. Stir. Add the chopped bananas and hazelnuts. Cook on low heat, until the bananas are soft, about 1-2 minutes.
3. In a medium sauce pot, add the half and half, 1 tablespoon of butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Split the vanilla bean in half. Scrape the seeds from the inside of the bean with the side of the knife. Add the seeds to the mixture. Whisk. Bring mixture to a boil.
4. In a bowl, add the egg yolks. Add about 1 tablespoon of the hot cream mixture to the egg yolks to temper the eggs. Slowly whisk the remainder of the cream into the eggs. Place the mixture on low heat. Let cook until thickened.
5. In a pan, melt 1 pat of butter. Dip the bread slices into the thickened cream. Place in pan and let cook on both sides until golden brown.
6. Place the cooked french toast on a plate. Top with warm Bananas Foster.
7. Serve on a breakfast tray with a side of sausage links, a bowl of fresh strawberries, a glass of orange juice, a glass of milk and the latest issue of Money Magazine or other business publication.
Enjoy!
Bananas Foster French Toast pairs nicely with sauterne wines.
