Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold water1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened mixed berries2 cups coarsely chopped fresh strawberries or blueberries1 loaf (1 pound) challah or egg bread, cut into 12 slices6 tablespoons mascarpone cheese6 large eggs1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3/4 cup 2% milk3 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract4 tablespoons butter
Preparation
In a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in water. Stir in frozen berries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in fresh berries.
On each of six bread slices, spread 1 tablespoon mascarpone to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon and vanilla.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, allowing each side to soak 2 minutes. Place three sandwiches in skillet; toast 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches. Serve with warm berry sauce.
