Banana French Toast

Sorry to break the trend of football snacks this week, but I personally needed a change! ;) Plus, being stuck home on Wednesday due to the 2011 Blizzard that hit Chicago the night before inspired me to make a good brunch  - something that I rarely find time to do, even on the weekends!

Enjoy!

Banana French Toast
(serves 2)

Ingredients:
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
6  slices of whole wheat bread
1 ripe banana
maple syrup
powdered sugar (optional)

Directions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, applesauce, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk well.
2. Heat non-stick skillet/griddle over medium high heat.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
4. Place on skillet/griddle, flipping after 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Do the same for the other side.
5. Meanwhile, slice up a banana, heat maple syrup, and set aside.
6. When bread is browned on both sides, transfer to a plate, sprinkle with bananas and powdered sugar (I was out!!!), and then cover in maple syrup.

close your eyes. take a bite. and smile. :)