Blueberry French Toast

By Nanatimesthree

Ingredients

• 12 slices day-old white bread, crusts removed
• 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 12 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• SAUCE
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 tablespoon butter

Preparation

Step 1

Cut bread into 1 inch cubes; place half in a greased 9 x 13 pan. Cut cream cheese into 1 inch cubes; place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread.

In a large 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 at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake for 25 to 30 minutes more or until golden brown and the center is set.

In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; add water. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in blueberries; reduce heat. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until berries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve over toast.