French Toast with Caramelized Pecans, Strawberries and Cream

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 (1 1/2-inch thick) slices stale brioche
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• Special equipment: food processor

1. In a medium bowl, mix together strawberries and 1/2 cup of sugar.
2. Set aside.
3. In a food processor, blend together heavy cream, cream cheese and 1 tablespoon sugar until thick and creamy.
4. In a baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar.
5. Place bread slices in pan and soak on each side until well coated and soaked through.
6. In a large skillet or griddle over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter.
7. Remove and drain the bread slices and cook until golden turning once, about 5 to 7 minutes.
8. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, add the pecans, brown sugar and 2 tablespoons butter.
9. Stir until sugar has melted and pecans are coated and sticky.
10. Serve French toast with dollop of cream, sticky pecans and strawberries.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/french-toast-with-caramelized-pecans-strawberries-and-cream-recipe.html (may not work)