French Toast with Almonds recipe

6 servings

1 cup slivered almonds

1/2 cup liquid egg substitute

1 cup fat-free milk

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

12 slices SARA LEE® Delightful Wheat Bread

3 tablespoons canola oil

3 tablespoons butter

confectioners' sugar for dusting (optional)

Place almonds in a small saucepan over low heat.

Tossing frequently, toast until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes.

Remove from heat, and set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together egg substitute, milk, flour, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract.

Soak bread slices in the mixture until saturated.

Place slices in a shallow pan.

Refrigerate slices approximately 1 hour.

Heat canola oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

One at a time, press one side of soaked bread slices in the almonds to coat.

Fry bread slices on both sides until golden brown.

Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving.