Savory French Toast

Make the bread

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, bacon and cheese - mix, then add the beer and stir until just combined
3. Butter a 9x5 loaf pan, put in the batter, smooth the top as much as you can (it won't be perfect) then brush with the melted butter
4. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean
5. Let cool in the pan a few minutes, then remove and place on a wire rack to cool

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Make the French Toast

1. Beat eggs with cream in a wide bowl, then stir in the Grand Marnier if using
2. Slice bread, and soak in the egg mixture a couple minutes
3. Heat a large non stick pan over medium, add butter and when melted , put in the soaked bread
4. Cook until golden on both sides, and serve topped with more butter, some reserved bacon and honey

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