Purchased gluten-free bread can be dense and rather stiff; perfect for making the best French Toast.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4–6

• ¼ cup orange juice
• ¼ cup rice milk
• 1 ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon cardamom
• 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 slices day-old gluten-free, dairy-free bread
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1. In food processor or blender, combine orange juice, rice milk, and banana and blend until smooth.

2. Pour into a shallow bowl and stir in sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, and salt; mix well.

3. Soak bread in mixture for 2–3 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Cook bread in skillet, turning once, until golden brown on both sides and slightly puffy, about 4–6 minutes. Serve immediately.

Calories: 132.17
Fat: 3.89 grams
Saturated Fat: 0.47 grams
Carbohydrates: 22.75 grams
Sodium: 222.32 mg