Taverna Opa’s Bananas Foster French toast

2 cups heavy cream

¼ cup sugar

½ cup dark rum, divided

2 teaspoons cinnamon

3 large eggs

2 pieces challah bread

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

1 ripe banana

1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts

3 tablespoons caramel sauce

1. Whisk together cream, sugar, ¼ cup rum and cinnamon in a medium bowl until sugar is dissolved.

2. Whisk eggs thoroughly in a small bowl and add to cream mixture, whisking to combine.

3. Dip bread in batter for 30 seconds, allowing excess to drip off.

4. Using a medium non-stick sauté pan over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter. Cook soaked bread until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside and keep warm.

5. Using a medium non-saute pan over medium high heat, heat remaining tablespoon of butter. Add bananas and saute until golden brown on both sides. Add remaining ¼ cup rum and deglaze pan, cooking until sauce is reduced and thickens.

6. To serve, place French toast on serving plate. Top with sautéed bananas, sprinkle with walnuts and drizzle with caramel sauce.

Makes 1 serving

Nutrition information per serving: 1329 calories, 54% calories from fat, 80g fat, 33g saturated fat, 440mg cholesterol, 114g carbohydrates, 52g total sugar, 13g added sugar, 23g protein, 438mg sodium, 8g fiber