Aloha Spirit

My nasal membranes have declared a rebellion. Under an attack of congestion and fatigue, more than ever, I crave a vacation.

Of course, I’m not going to get one any time soon. But if I could escape - Hawaii would be a top contender…and if I can’t be there, I could at least have a little piece of it here!

My vacation-like salvation will come in the form of sweet grainy yumminess.

King’s Hawaiian bread may remind you of Portuguese bread - it’s soft, buttery and, of course, sweet. Hawaiian bread is also similar to breads like challah and brioche in that it is enriched with both egg and butter. However, this is sweeter, making it a great ingredient, especially, for breakfasts and desserts. King’s Hawaiian was the very first Hawaiian sweet bread, and is a proud part of the Hawaiian cultural heritage and Aloha spirit.

King’s Hawaiian® Strawberry French Toast

4 (1½ inch) slices King’s Hawaiian® Sweet Bread, cut in half

2 cups sliced strawberries

4 large eggs

½ cup milk

½ tsp. vanilla

1/8 tsp. nutmeg

1/8 tsp. cinnamon

¼ cup grated rind of orange, optional

Powdered sugar for garnish

Syrup for garnish

Cut each slice into thirds. Using serrated knife, cut a pocket in edge of each slice and fill with strawberries. Combine desired remaining ingredients. Quickly dip (do not soak) slices in egg mixture. Cook on hot buttered or oiled griddle until golden brown on both sides. Keep egg mixture well blended. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with additional strawberry slices. Serve immediately with warm syrup.

Makes 4 servings.

King’s Hawaiian is offering a loaf of King’s Hawaiian bread and the company’s exclusive recipe book to two readers each week during the month of October. You too can make fun recipes like the ones above!

To win, just visit the King’s Hawaiian web site and pick out your favorite recipe - and tell us how you would change it up and make it your own! (This is a hard one, there’s already lots of goodnes on there!)