Candied Pecan & Banana French Toast Recipe
LOCALLY MADE CIABATTA BREAD WITH ALMOND MASCARPONE CHEESE, CANDIED PECANS & GRILLED BANANAS. TOPPED WITH A HOUSE-MADE BANANA RUM CARAMEL SAUCE. SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF MEAT.
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Ingredients
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French Toast
Candied Pecans
Grilled Bananas
Almond Mascarpone Cheese
Banana Rum Caramel Sauce
Choice of Meat
Method
Candied Pecans
- 1
Prepare the Candied Pecans
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the pecans, brown sugar, a pinch of salt, and the vanilla extract. Stir continuously for about 5-7 minutes until the pecans are caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool on parchment paper.
Banana Rum Caramel Sauce
- 2
Make the Caramel Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir until melted. Gradually add the heavy cream and banana puree, stirring continuously until smooth. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in dark rum. Set aside.
Grilled Bananas
- 3
Grill the Bananas
Slice the bananas in half lengthwise. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a grill pan over medium heat. Place the banana halves cut-side down in the pan and grill for about 2-3 minutes until caramelized. Remove from the pan.
Almond Mascarpone Cheese
- 4
Prepare the Mascarpone
In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, almond extract, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
French Toast
- 5
Make the French Toast
In a bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Dip each slice of ciabatta bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side. Cook the soaked bread in the skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Final Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Dish
On each plate, place two slices of French toast. Spread a generous layer of almond mascarpone cheese on top of each slice. Add grilled banana halves and sprinkle with candied pecans. Drizzle with banana rum caramel sauce. Serve with your choice of bacon or sausage on the side.
