Pineapple French Toast With Ambrosia Salsa

Ingredients

1 c strawberries
4 tb sugar
1/4 c flaked coconut
20 oz pineapple tidbits
3/4 cup juice
10 french
1 loaf
3 eggs
1 1/2 c milk
1 ts vanilla extract
1/4 ts salt
3/4 c pineapple juice
1 tb butter

Instructions

In a small bowl, prepare Ambrosia Salsa by combining strawberry halves, pineapple tidbits or chunks, drained (reserving 3/4 cup juice), coconut and sugar; refrigerate. Cut 1 loaf French or Italian bread in 3/4-inch slices. Place bread slices in a single layer in a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan; set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, sugar and reserved pineapple juice; pour over bread, turning slices to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate overnight or until all liquid is absorbed. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Add bread a few pieces at a time and cook until browned on both sides, turning bread once. Serve with reserved Ambrosia Salsa.