This was not always the case for me. Many blueberry seasons came and went with no heed, summer berry salads were passed over due to their inclusion of blueberries, even blueberry muffins were a big. fat. nope!
Then I read and read again of the wonders of these dark, super food berries. These nutritional dynamos that were loaded with antioxidants and anthocyanins, and I just HAD to give them another chance. Enter my favorite breakfast to save the day...my beloved friend French Toast. But wouldn't those dark little berries ruin everything?
I was overjoyed with the flavor combination of cream cheese with the berries amidst crispy, tasty mounds of delicious sourdough bread. Could it get any better? Oh yes, yes, yes it could and it did!! The second time I made this scrumptious delight I decided to include the Blueberry Sauce. Allow me to add: Mind. Blown.
Taste for yourself and see. Even with a family of 8 one pan is more than adequate for this overnight breakfast delight. You will thank yourself again and again in the morning. This is also a perfect dish to prepare when entertaining overnight guests.
Now updated with recipe video here:
Ingredients:
12 Slices stale French Bread
12 Eggs
2 Cups Milk
1 T. Vanilla Extract
1/3 Cup Maple Syrup
2 8oz Pkg. Cream Cheese
1-2 Cups Fresh Blueberries
2 T. Cornstarch
1 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Water
Your children and husband will lavish you with praises while you reply it is no big deal. After all, you are the mom. By the way, could we please stop saying I’m JUST a mom? We are so much more than merely moms. We are chosen by God’s to be His child. We are treasured, dearly loved, and bought with a price. It is not right for us to belittle that which our God holds so precious. Isn't it a privilege that we are Mamas, enabled to carry a life, and blessed with a sacred job to do.
Melissa
