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CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 27m

Yield 8 large slices

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 extra-large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or milk
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon good honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large loaf challah or brioche bread
Unsalted butter
Vegetable oil
Pure maple syrup
Good raspberry preserves (optional)
Sifted confectioners' sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • In a large shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, orange zest, vanilla, honey, and salt. Slice the challah in 3/4-inch thick slices. Soak as many slices in the egg mixture as possible for 5 minutes, turning once.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a very large saute pan over medium heat. Add the soaked bread and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until nicely browned. Place the cooked French toast on a sheet pan and keep it warm in the oven. Fry the remaining soaked bread slices, adding butter and oil as needed, until it's all cooked. Serve hot with maple syrup, raspberry preserves, and/or confectioners' sugar.

SAVORY FRENCH-TOAST BLT



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This filling open-faced sandwich piled with bacon, lettuce, and tomato and sprinkled with fresh chives is a tasty brunch option for a crowd.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices bacon
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 slices crusty bread, cut 1 inch thick
4 lettuce leaves (romaine, Boston, or Bibb)
8 slices tomato

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place bacon on a rimmed baking sheet; cook until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through. Drain on paper towels.
  • Meanwhile, in a large shallow dish, whisk together eggs, cream, and chives; season with salt and pepper. Lay bread in a single layer in egg mixture and soak 3 minutes on each side. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium. When butter sizzles, add bread and cook until golden and crisp around edges, about 3 minutes per side, flipping once.
  • To serve, layer lettuce, tomato, and bacon on each slice French toast and sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Fiber 1 g

THE BEST FRENCH TOAST



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There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe. The caramelized exterior meets a soft, custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! -Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick)
Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the first 7 ingredients. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat., Dip bread in egg mixture, letting it soak 5 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle until golden brown on both sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 263mg cholesterol, Sodium 786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

FRENCH TOAST BLT WITH ROASTED GARLIC VINAIGRETTE



French Toast BLT with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette image

Provided by Sue Zemanick

Categories     Egg     Tomato     Vegetable     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Father's Day     Meat     Bacon     Summer     Advance Prep Required     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 thick slices smoked bacon
2 cups heavy cream
5 large eggs
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 slices challah bread, at least 1 inch thick
2 tbsp canola oil
2 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
12 slices ripe tomatoes (about 3 small)
6 cups arugula, cleaned
Roasted-Garlic Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the bacon on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until crisp, 10 to 15 minutes. Leave the oven on.
  • Combine the heavy cream and eggs in a bowl and whisk to thoroughly blend. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Soak the bread in the mixture for 15 minutes, then turn the slices over and soak for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Place a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the canola oil. Once the oil is hot (it will shimmer slightly), fry the challah slices on each side until golden brown, working in batches. Transfer the challah to a baking sheet and place in the oven. Bake until the custard is cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes; the bread should soufflé, or puff up. Remove from the oven, cover each slice with grated cheese, and return the pan to the oven to melt the cheese. Once the cheese is melted, about 4 minutes, remove from the oven. Put 2 slices bacon and 2 slices tomato on each slice of challah and drizzle with some of the vinaigrette. Toss the arugula with the remaining dressing (or enough to coat) and place atop each piece. Serve warm.

FRENCH TOAST BLTS



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This savory take on French toast was inspired by one from Martha Stewart. For my version, I add Parmesan cheese to the batter and cut the brioche in half to make the sandwiches more petite and irresistible. It's an amazing combination with bacon, lettuce and tomato. Try it for breakfast or for your next brunch gathering.

Provided by Jaymee Sire

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, halved
4 slices brioche, halved (or 8 baguette slices), left to dry out overnight
4 large eggs
3/4 cup milk, cream, or half-and-half
1/4 cup snipped fresh chives
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 slices Roma tomato
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place the bacon on the prepared baking sheet and bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden and crisp. Drain the bacon on paper towels. Decrease the oven temperature to 200 degrees F.
  • While the bacon cooks, lay the bread in a single layer in a large shallow dish.
  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, chives, Parmesan, and flour in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over the bread and soak 20 to 30 minutes, flipping the bread halfway through.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it sizzles. Working in batches if necessary, add the bread in a single layer and cook until golden and crisp around the edges, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer the French toast to an ovenproof plate and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve.
  • To serve, sandwich the tomatoes, lettuce, and bacon between the slices of French toast.

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