#french-toast

#french-toast

"The key is soaking the bread in the custard for the right amount of time. You want it to be properly soaked through so it turns custardy inside, but not so long that it falls apart,"

Cinnamon raisin bread is not ideal for French toast due to its dense texture and the way raisins absorb moisture unevenly, leading to a mushy and dry result.

To make this recipe, you'll start with some yellow and firm bananas without any green parts. Make sure you also have butter, heavy cream, eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, maple syrup, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.

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This make-ahead breakfast casserole features a delightful blend of French toast flavors, rich in cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a sugary pecan crust.