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Presentation

Dessert or snack prepared with blueberries, sugar, sliced bread, whole milk, eggs, orange, lemon, dark chocolate, butter and salt

Ingredients
Serves 4

• 300 g blueberries (about 10.5 oz / 2 cups)
• 150 g sugar (about 5.3 oz / ¾ cup)
• 8 slices sandwich bread, preferably whole wheat
• 5 dl whole milk (500 ml / about 2 cups / 17 fl oz)
• 2 eggs
• 1 orange (zest and/or juice as needed)
• 1 lemon (zest and/or juice as needed)
• Dark chocolate, as needed (about 30–50 g / 1–2 oz, for garnish)
• Butter, as needed (about 1–2 tablespoons / 15–30 g)
• Salt, as needed

Method

Cook the blueberries with the sugar in a saucepan for 10 minutes

Add the chocolate squares

Stir to dissolve them well

Turn off and let cool.

Beat the eggs with the milk and 1 pinch of salt in a large bowl

Add the grated zest of the orange and lemon.

Melt a large knob of butter in a large pan until it is bubbly.

Dip the slices of bread into the bowl making sure that they absorb the mixture of eggs and milk well on both sides.

Drain them lightly

Brown them in the foaming butter, 2-3 at a time

Drain them on kitchen paper and keep the ready ones warm while frying the others (you can put them in the oven, brought to 100 ° C and then turn off).

Divide the golden slices of bread, hot, on plates

Serve with the blueberry and chocolate compote

Allergens

Orange: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Butter: milk allergens (except in clarified butter) if not clarified

Dark chocolate: check for soy lecithin

Milk: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Blueberries: allergy is very rare

Sliced bread: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Oranges: provide flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune and cardiovascular systems: also indicated for nephropathic patients; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Butter: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Dark chocolate: (at least 70% cocoa): it supports the functionality of the immune system and in particular stimulates the production of T lymphocytes, which act against infections, as well as being rich in ingredients (serotonin, endorphins and diphenyldantoin) which are antidepressants, support mood and inhibit pain.

Whole milk: provides vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, promoting metabolism, cardiovascular function, tooth and bone health. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Blueberry: rich in antioxidants that counteract free radicals, promoting the functionality of the immune system and that of the cardiovascular system, controlling bad cholesterol and regulating blood pressure. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Wholemeal bread: source of fiber that supports the intestinal microbiota, improves intestinal transit and provides B vitamins and minerals that strengthen the immune system; also suitable for kidney patients. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in case of nephropathy.

Eggs: source of Vitamin E which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Rich in Vitamin D that fights mood disorders

Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity,) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood.

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia and weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Constipation

Not to be administered in case of:

• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)