Butternut Squash French Toast

• challah1 pound
• butternut squash puree0.75 cup
• milk0.25 cup
• eggs3
• vanilla1 teaspoon
• maple syrup2 tablespoons
• butter4 servings
• cinnamon4 servings

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the loaf of bread into 8-10 slices (depending upon the length of the loaf).

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, stir together the squash puree, milk, eggs, vanilla and syrup.

3. 3

   Dunk each slice of bread into the mixture and coat.

4. 4

   Stack the slices in the bowl and spoon any liquid over the bread.

5. 5

   Leave to soak for half an hour.

6. 6

   Melt some butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

7. 7

   Place 3-4 slices of soaked bread in the pan and fry until golden brown.

8. 8

   Flip and fry the other side until golden.

9. 9

   Turn the heat down if its cooking too fast or getting too dark.

10. 10

    Remove the French toast slices to an oven proof pan and keep warm in a low oven.

11. 11

    Repeat frying with the remaining slices.

12. 12

    When ready to eat, sprinkle with cinnamon and serve with maple syrup.