Baked Blueberry French Toast

12 slices day old bread, crust removed
16 oz cream cheese
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12 eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup maple syrup



Sauce:

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 tbs cornstarch
1 cup fresh/frozen blueberries
1 tbs butter


*Cut bread into 1 inch cubes and place half in a greased13 x 9 inch baking dish. Cut cream cheese into 1 inch cubes, place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread.

*In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk and syrup; mix well. Pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight.

*Remove from frig. 30 minutes before baking. Cover; bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake for 25-30 minutes longer or until center is set.

*In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in blueberries; reduce heat. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve with French Toast.



Serves 6 - 8

[from Doodiebug30]