Blackberry French Toast

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.

2. 2

   Spread the bread slices on a baking sheet and turn off the oven.

3. 3

   Place the sheet in the oven and leave it overnight until the bread is dried.

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and 1/4 cup sugar until all yolks are broken, and then add the milk and cream.

6. 6

   Put the dried bread pieces on top of the egg mixture.

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   Wait a few minutes, and then push the rest of the bread into the mixture and mix lightly.

8. 8

   Place a small or medium casserole dish on a baking sheet that is lined with foil.

9. 9

   Brush the dish with some of the melted butter.

10. 10

    Put half of the bread mixture in the dish to make a layer that covers the bottom.

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    With a slotted spoon, arrange the berries evenly over the bread layer.

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    Sprinkle the berries with sugar.

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    Using your hands, pull out the remaining bread and create a second layer, arranging it evenly and patting down any crusts.

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    With a spatula, stir the remaining egg mixture and pour over the top bread layer.

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    Using a flat pastry brush, lightly brush the rest of the melted butter over the top.

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    Bake the French toast until it rises up about 1-inch on the sides, about 1 hour.

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    Let it cool for about 10 minutes, then cut into servings and serve immediately with sausage patties and fresh fruit.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.