Trevino French Toast

Ingredients:

1 Round Crusty Ranch Style Bread
1 stick of butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 tbs corn syrup
5 eggs
1 1/2 cup half and half
1 tbsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Cut bread into 1 inch slices and carefully remove the crust.

In a medium sauce pan melt butter, sugar and corn syrup until it makes a carmel (runny). Pour it into a greased 9X13 pan. Carefully arrange the bread in a single layer. You might have to break up the bread to make sure it all fits perfectly.

In a small pitcher combine the eggs, half and half, vanilla and salt. Wisk together and pour over top of bread to coat completely making sure all the bread has been drizzled with it.

Sprinkle with cinnamon over top. Cover and refrigerate over night.

Bring to room temperature, about 1 hour. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 35-40 minutes until slightly golden brown.

Source: Amy Trevino
Note: This recipe originally calls for Grand Mange, but I used extra vanilla. I also just used egg beaters and it worked just fine. It would be so delicious with chopped nuts added to the carmel sauce before adding the bread. YUM!!! I served this with fresh berries, bacon and a smoothie.

Easy Pasta Bake

Ingredients:

1 lbs bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
1 chicken cooked and cubed
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2/3 tbsp garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a large bowl combine chicken, peas, corn, cream of chicken soup, milk, 1/3 cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt and pepper. Slowly add the milk to get a pancake batter consistency (you may need to add more or less milk). When the 'sauce' is well mixed add the cooked pasta and coat thoroughly. Place in a greased 9X13 dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes uncovered.

Source: Me
Note: I like to serve this with a salad and a roll. Easy and tasty.

Crownies

A perfect combination of cookies and brownies, hence the name 'Crownies'.

Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups Chocolate Chips (Nestle)

1 box Fudge Brownie Mix

Directions:

Cookie directions: COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in Chocolate Chips. Set aside.

Make Brownies as directed on the box. Place in a greased 9X13 pan.

Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto the brownie batter, about 24 total.

Bake Crownies at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Let cool and enjoy!

Source: Bakerella and Nestle Toll House Cookie Recipe
Note: You can also use a cookie dough mix, simply follow the directions. However, I think these cookies from scratch are way better. You will have a lot of cookie dough left over just make cookie rounds and freeze them for a quick cook next time you are in the mood for a yummy treat.