Step 1

In a large shallow bowl, mix half and half, eggs, salt, confectioner's sugar, ad vanilla together well.

Step 2

Dip only one side of one piece of bread into the batter. Place the dipped slice, batter side down, onto waxed paper. Layer the top of that slice wtih bananas.

Step 3

Dip a second slice of bread into the batter on *both* sides. Place on top of the banana layer, making a sandwich.

Step 4

Place pecans onto a sauce or small plate. Remove sandwich from waxed paper and place on top of the pecans, pressing down lightly to help stick them into the bread. Flip sandwich over and repeat.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon or so of oil in a small skillet over medium high heat. Place sandwich in skillet and cook until lightly browned on both sides. Repeat with remaining slices to make two more servings.

Step 6

Serve with maple syrup.