BIG BREAKFAST WEEK: FRENCH TOAST PANINI WITH GRILLED BANANAS

The kids will be heading back to school soon, meaning there will be less time for big breakfasts. Get your morning cooking in this week with these delicious morning meal ideas. Today's comes from the Food Network's The Neelys.

INGREDIENTS

6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 medium orange)
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cognac (optional)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Salt
8 slices Texas toast or other thick white bread
3 large ripe bananas
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Confectioners' sugar, for garnish
Pure maple syrup, for garnish

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