Sometimes, I really feel like I’m getting old. As a kid, I remember scoffing at anything lemon and heading straight for the chocolate, or if not chocolate then surely caramel or something ridiculously over the top and sugar loaded. But over the last few years, I’m happy to report that my tastes are evolving, and I am indeed becoming a Real Grown Up. Or as close as possible 😉 I find myself craving fresh foods and flavors, and would much rather have something light and citrusy, or loaded with fresh fruit, than something more indulgent. And if that light and citrusy thing, loaded with fresh fruit can be breakfast or lunch or brinner, and is packed with whole grains (Dempster’s 100% Whole Grains Bread — made with no artificial flavours or colours), protein (eggs and milk), and made without artificial ingredients, you can absolutely count me in. It certainly doesn’t hurt that it tastes amazing! I consider myself lucky that my kids love lemon as much as I do. It’s something we all love and there are no fights over breakfast, lunch or dinner when this is on the table. We can easily polish off most of the casserole dish on our own in one sitting! Because I know we don’t always have 2 to 4 hours to wait for breakfast, I wanted to include oven instructions as well. The same recipe is easily made either way, making it perfect for a late holiday brunch or a quick, no-effort hot breakfast on a weekday morning. If you don’t want to add the poppy seeds, feel free to leave them out — I think they look pretty and they are actually good for you, too! You can also add the berries right in the French toast before baking if that’s what you prefer. Feel free to mix and match to suit your tastes! *Thanks to Dempster’s for sponsoring this post and helping me to bring you more healthy and hearty meals for busy days! I was compensated for my time in creating this recipe but my opinions are, as always, my own. #DeliciousStartsWithDempsters Create an account easily save your favorite content, so you never forget a recipe again. Register Now Tag @thereciperebel or hashtag #thereciperebel — I love to see what you’re making!
