PEAR SUNDAE FRENCH TOAST

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Coming upon this creation in a potluck line, I left with a full plate and the recipe. Now my family "oohs" and "aahs" as soon as I bring out this fruit-topped favorite. It's great for brunch or as a fanciful finish to a meal. -Carol Schumacher, Menoken, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar, divided
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
3 medium ripe pears, peeled and sliced (about 2-1/2 cups)
3 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
Ice cream

Steps:

  • In a skillet, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; cook and stir until sugar dissolved. Add pears; cook until tender. , In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, vanilla, nutmeg, and remaining brown sugar and cinnamon. Dip bread in egg mixture to coat each side. Melt remaining butter in a skillet. Fry bread over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Top with ice cream and pear mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SHK LlH
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This was a delicious and creative way to use up some leftover pears. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the pears added a nice sweetness and crunch. The ice cream was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


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This was a fun and easy recipe to make. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the pears added a nice sweetness. The ice cream was a great addition and really made the dish special. I'll definitely be making this again!


Sophia Metti
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This was a great recipe! The French toast was cooked perfectly and the pears were delicious. The ice cream was a nice touch and really made the dish special. I'll definitely be making this again!


Khwaja Saif
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This was a delicious and creative way to use up some leftover pears. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the pears added a nice sweetness and crunch. The ice cream was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Shezad Khan
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This was a fun and easy recipe to make. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the pears added a nice sweetness. The ice cream was a great addition and really made the dish special. I'll definitely be making this again!


Nako Mfukuli
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This was a great recipe! The French toast was cooked perfectly and the pears were delicious. The ice cream was a nice touch and really made the dish special. I'll definitely be making this again!


Benjamin Hartbees
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The French toast was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the pears were perfectly caramelized. The ice cream was a great addition and really made the dish special. I'll defi


Eddie Adame
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This was a delicious and creative way to use up some leftover pears. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the pears added a nice sweetness and crunch. The ice cream was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Bali Adola
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pear sundae French toast was a huge hit with my family. The kids loved the sweetness of the pears and ice cream, and the adults appreciated the more sophisticated flavor of t


Zeeshan Zeeshan
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The French toast was cooked perfectly and the pears were perfectly caramelized. The ice cream was a great addition and really made the dish special. I'll definitely be maki


Hira Amir
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I've tried many French toast recipes before, but this pear sundae version is by far the best. The pears and ice cream add a unique twist that makes this dish truly special. Highly recommend giving it a try!


Ashik Ahmed
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This was a fun and easy recipe to follow. I made it for my kids for breakfast and they loved it! The French toast was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the pears and ice cream were a delicious addition. Definitely recommend!


Jason velazquez
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I'm not usually a fan of French toast, but this pear sundae version is a game-changer! The pears added a nice sweetness and crunch, and the ice cream was the perfect topping. I'll definitely be making this again for my family.


Mian Shahzaib
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This pear sundae French toast was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet pears, creamy ice cream, and crispy French toast was just perfect. I especially loved the way the cinnamon-sugar topping added a touch of warmth and spice to the dish. Wi