Caramelized French Toast with Vanilla Pears - OH MY

Name: Caramelized French Toast with Vanilla Pears - OH MY!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter (separated); 3 large ripe bartlett pears, peeled,cored and sliced; ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla (separated); 2 eggs; ⅔ cup half-and-half; 1 tablespoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; 4 slices challah (or other sweet egg bread sliced thick like challah); 4 tablespoons brown sugar

Servings: persons

1
Melt 2 tbls of the butter in a skillet.
2
Add pears, 1/4 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 tsp of the vanilla.
3
Simmer until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
4
Remove from heat and transfer the pears onto a plate.
5
Let them stand a couple minutes to drain, then pour into juices back into the skillet.
6
Using medium-high heat, cook the juices another 4-5 minutes (don't stop stirring!)
7
until they are thick and caramelized.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Beat eggs, half-and-half, sugar, 1 tsp vanilla and cinnamon in a shallow pan.
10
Add the bread slices and let them soak for 2 minutes.
11
Then turn the slices over and let them soak another 2 minutes.
12
Melt 2 tbls butter in large skillet.
13
Sprinkle 1/2 tbls of brown sugar on each side of the bread.
14
Cook over medium high heat about 2-3 minutes per side until crisp.
15
Place the bread on plates and top with a couple pears, the carmel sauce and some vanilla ice cream if desired.
16
ENJOY!

302

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter (separated), 3 large ripe bartlett pears, peeled,cored and sliced, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla (separated), and more.

Yes, Caramelized French Toast with Vanilla Pears - OH MY! falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramelized French Toast with Vanilla Pears - OH MY!

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