CHEWY BANANA OATMEAL BREAD (A*B*M)

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A low-rise dense, yeasty and different banana bread. Makes the best stuffed French Toast; see photo. From William Sonoma's The Bread Machine Cookbook with an addition of raisins.

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 13m

Yield 1 1/2 lb. loaf

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2-2/3 cup water
1 cup mashed banana
2 1/2 tablespoons oil or 2 1/2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups oats
2 2/3 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons yeast
1/2-3/4 cup raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except raisins in bread machine according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Place raisins in dispenser, if available, or set for fruits/nuts.
  • Use sweet bread and medium crust settings.
  • To make Banana Bread Stuffed French Toast:.
  • Slice bread in very thick slices.
  • Cut pocket in slices.
  • Mix cream cheese and a little milk to make spread. Add a dash of vanilla.
  • Blend.
  • Spoon about 1-2 teas. into pocket; mash edge slightly to close. Beat egg(s) with a little water in shallow pan.
  • Heat unsalted butter in heavy skillet or electric griddle over MEDIUM-HIGH until it stops foaming.
  • Dip bread slices in egg mixture; coat both side.
  • Cook French Toast on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove to warm plate and serve with melted jam of choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1779.2, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Sodium 1563.3, Carbohydrate 318.8, Fiber 25.7, Sugar 39.9, Protein 50

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