Ingredients

  • 1 loaf (1 pound) Italian bread
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) ricotta cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Confectioners' sugar
  • Maple syrup, optional

Method

  • Cut bread into 24 thin slices. Spread 12 slices with ricotta cheese; top with remaining bread slices. Beat eggs, cream, vanilla extract, nutmeg and cinnamon together.
  • Dip each sandwich into egg mixture. In skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Grill sandwiches slowly until golden brown; turn and grill other side.
  • Dust with confectioners' sugar. Top with maple syrup if desired.