OJ French Toast

Inspired by our leftover heavy cream and french bread (from our cheesesteaks), H made a delicious breakfast of french toast with an orange juice twist.  Pulled from the depths of allrecipes.com, this is definitely a winner.  The key is marinating the bread for at least 5 minutes to absorb the orange flavor.  It's best if you sing songs while you wait.   Here's the recipe:

Ingredients:
1 French baguette
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup white sugar
1 dash ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:
1.  Cut loaf ends off and reserve for another use. Cut remaining loaf into 1 1/2 inch slices; let stand 4 hours or overnight.
2.  In a 9x13 inch baking pan, combine orange juice, cream, eggs ground cinnamon and white sugar. Place bread slices in pan and turn until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
3.  In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bread slices and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Dust generously with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.

- D&H

Pomegranate Pancakes

Ahoy there hurricane survivors!  We're still weathering this storm with gastronomical gusto thanks to this recipe for pancakes and some fresh fruit.  What we found this morning is that pomegranates are fun to eat and great for pancakes, along with mini chocolate chips.  A great way to ease into a new day, even when it's storming outside with wind and rain.

Breakfast is served!

- D&H