Banana Nut French Toast

My husband's favorite breakfast is french toast, which works great for me since it is quick and easy, and I always have the ingredients. But, sometimes we get bored of the original egg-soaked bread and syrup combo and like to try something new. Today it was bananas and pecans (if I'd had whipped cream I probably would have added that too). We toasted the pecans and used overripe bananas to really intensify the flavors. You can top with honey or real maple syrup, or mash up the bananas for some more moisture. Either way, if you like banana bread, you will love this adaptation of french toast. 

Note: I make my french toast the LaaaaaZZZZZZy way--I use thinner bread and let it soak for only a few seconds before I cook it. Obviously if you soak for longer or use thicker bread, it will probably only taste better. 

Prep time: 5-10 minutes

Yield: 6 slices of Toast

Ingredients:

• Egg Mixture:
• 4 Eggs
• 1 Tbsp Milk 
• 1 tsp Vanilla
• 1 tsp Cinnamon (or to taste--I generally like a little more)
• 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
• 6 slices crusty bread
• 1 Banana--sliced
• 1/4 cup Pecans, chopped and toasted
• Honey, Maple Syrup, Whipped Cream (optional)

Cooking Directions:

1. With a fork or wire whisk, beat eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined. Preheat griddle to 350°F. If needed, spray with non-stick cooking spray. 
2. Dip both sides of each slice of bread in egg mixture for a few seconds. Place on hot griddle and cook until slightly crispy (about 2 minutes on each side). 
3. Top with bananas, pecans, honey (or syrup and whipped cream). ENJOY!!!