Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 4
- 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
- 8 slices Roman Meal bread
- 2 cups fresh, sliced strawberries, divided
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup (optional)
Combine ricotta cheese, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla in small bowl; mix well. Combine eggs, milk and remaining vanilla in shallow bowl; mix well.
Spread ricotta-sugar mixture evenly over 4 bread slices. Top each slice with 1/4 cup sliced strawberries and remaining bread slices to form 4 sandwiches.
Spray large skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Carefully dip sandwiches in egg mixture, coating both sides. Cook on each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with remaining strawberries. Serve with maple syrup, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 388; Total Fat 13g; Cholesterol 240mg; Sodium, 407mg; Total carbs 54.1g; Dietary fiber 3.7g; Protein 14.9g; Whole grains 21g