Better French Toast
Sweet potato - but make it "french toast style". This recipe is simple and packed with nutrition. Sweet potatoes are high in antioxidants, specifically beta-carotene, are full of fiber for better digestion, and contain many other vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, B6, and potassium. Try this for you next easy Sunday morning breakfast! If you are interested in learning about ways to increase the nutrient intake in your favorite recipes, check out The Rainbow Challenge™ Program
Ingredients
- 1 sweet potato sliced thin, 1/4 inch thick
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Place mixture into a shallow dish.
- Slice sweet potato into slices that are about 1/4 inch thick. (You should get about 4 slices)
- Add slices of sweet potato to the toaster and toast on high about 3 times until the slices are slightly brown.
- Place slices of sweet potato into the egg mixture to soak for 2 minutes on each side.
- Melt coconut oil in pan over medium heat and add sweet potato slices (two at a time) to cook for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Repeat with remaining slices. Serve with fruit, nuts, or yogurt of choice.