French Toast

1/4 c. dates

1/2 c. cashews

1 c. hot water

1/4 tsp. salt or less

1 tbsp. quick oats

2 tbsp. orange juice concentrate (opt.)

8 slices of whole wheat bread

SOFTEN dates in very hot water. COMBINE dates and remaining ingredients in blender.WHIZ until smooth. DIP bread in batter, and place on baking sheet. BAKE at 350° untilgolden brown or in nonstick skillet. TOP with fruit sauce. NO CHOLESTEROL!

VARIATION : Use whole wheat pita bread stuffed with canned pears or other fruit andbake. Batter should be slightly thicker for pita bread french toast. A favorite “take-along”breakfast!