Brandied French Toast

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 4 tablespoons milk
• Dash of granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons brandy
• 6 ounces ricotta cheese
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 16 slices French bread
• Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract and brandy together well.
2. Combine ricotta and cream cheese together in a food processor. Spread cheese mixture on 8 slices of bread. Make a "sandwich" by placing remaining 8 slices of bread on top. Soak "sandwiches" well in egg mixture.
3. Heat oil in large skillet until hot. Drop sandwiches in hot oil and "toast" until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. To serve, cut "sandwiches" in half. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
5. Serve with maple syrup.