*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                PINEAPPLE FRENCH TOAST WITH AMBROSIA SALSA

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breads                           Main dish
                Fruits

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        -----AMBROSIA SALSA-----
   1       c            Strawberries, halved
   2       tb           Sugar
     1/4   c            Flaked coconut, toasted
  20       oz           Pineapple tidbits or chunks
                        - drained (reserve 3/4
                        - cup juice)
                        -----TOAST-----
  10       oz           French or Italian bread,
                        - sliced in 3/4 inch slices
                        - (1 loaf)
   3                    Eggs
   1 1/2   c            Milk
   1       t            Vanilla extract
     1/4   ts           Salt
   2       tb           Sugar
     3/4   c            Pineapple juice (reserved
                        - from above)
   1       tb           Butter or margarine

  In a small bowl, prepare Ambrosia Salsa by combining strawberry halves,
  pineapple tidbits or chunks, drained (reserving 3/4 cup juice), coconut and
  sugar; refrigerate. Cut 1 loaf French or Italian bread in 3/4-inch slices.
  Place bread slices in a single layer in a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan; set
  aside.  In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, sugar and
  reserved pineapple juice; pour over bread, turning slices to coat
  completely.  Cover and refrigerate overnight or until all liquid is
  absorbed. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter or
  margarine.  Add bread a few pieces at a time and cook until browned on both
  sides, turning bread once.  Serve with reserved Ambrosia Salsa.
 


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