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This french toast has 52% fewer calories than your traditional french toast! Yep, you read that right – more than half! If you happen to have a large family, or like to have company over for brunch, you should definitely add this french toast to your menu. It is so simple to prepare that whipping up a huge batch is a cinch. I have also included two additional variations at the end of the recipe – try making a batch of each so everyone can have their french toast just the way they like it. You may just discover a new favorite of your own.

8 slices whole wheat bread (preferably stale)

2 large egg whites, lightly beaten

2/3 cup skim milk

1 tablespoon grated orange rind

2 tablespoons orange juice

non-stick cooking spray

In a shallow bowl or pie pan whisk the egg whites, milk, orange juice, and orange rind until blended. Spray a heavy non-stick skillet or griddle with cooking spray over medium heat (if preparing a larger batch, preheat the oven to 200 degrees to keep french toast warm). Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture and coat both sides well. Place each slice in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Continue with the remaining slices of bread, respraying the skillet as needed to prevent sticking. Serve warm with honey, maple syrup, fruit preserve, or just a light dusting of cinnamon and powdered sugar.

This french toast goes great alongside a large platter of fresh fruit, turkey sausage, and any of our low-cal muffins baked in mini-muffin tins!!

Variations:

Maple French Toast: Substitute 1 tablespoon maple extract or syrup for the grated orange rind.

Spiced French Toast: Substitute 1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract for the orange rind.

Makes 4 servings. Per Serving: 131 calories, 3 g total fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 25 g carbohydrates, 4 g fiber, 0 g added sugar, 8 g protein, 189 mg sodium, 2 mg cholesterol.