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               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
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                       -----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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