Ingredients:
2 cups berries
2 Tbsp sugar
2/3 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
¼ cup strawberry preserves
3 large eggs
2/3 cup milk
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract
12 slices (3/4 inch thick) French bread
Vegetable oil, butter or margarine
Directions:
Combine berries and sugar in a small bowl.
Combine ricotta cheese and preserves in a separate bowl; mix well.
Combine eggs, milk, brown sugar and vanilla extract in a shallow bowl; mix well.
Spread the ricotta-preserve mixture evenly over six bread slices.
Top with remaining slices to form sandwiches.
Heat small amount of oil (or butter or margarine) in large, nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, coating both sides.
Cook on each side for about 2 minutes or until golden brown.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar; top with berries.
Serve with maple syrup.
