Banana French Toast

1 lb. loaf french or Italian bread cut into thick slices
1-2 large bananas
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1-2 Tbsp. butter
1-2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

First, cut a wide deep slit through the top crust of each bread slice. Stuff each pocket with 3-4 banana slices. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium high. Dip each bread in the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides. Cook the french toast 2-3 minutes on the first side till golden brown. Then flip and cook for additional 2-3 minutes. Serve with butter, and maple syrup.