Cinnamon Raisin French Toast
Makes 6 slices
This cholesterol-free French toast is a delicious way to start the day, and it adds beneficial soy and whole wheat to your diet.
1 cup fortified soymilk or rice milk (plain or vanilla)
1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
6 slices cinnamon raisin bread
Combine milk, flour, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a flat dish. Soak bread slices in batter until soft but not soggy. The amount of time this takes will vary depending on the bread used.
Cook in an oil-sprayed non-stick skillet until first side is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Turn carefully with a spatula and cook second side until brown, about 3 minutes.
Per slice: 129 calories; 6 g protein; 23 g carbohydrate; 2 g fat; 4 g fiber; 191 mg sodium; calories from protein: 17%; calories from carbohydrates: 68%; calories from fats: 15%
Recipe courtesy of www.PCRM.org from Healthy Eating for Life for Women by Kris Kieswer