Best Herbed French Toast Recipes

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Provided by TROY RAY

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slice french bread or sourdough bread, thickly sliced
BATTER
1/2 c buttermilk
2 eggs, at room temperature & well beaten
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp thyme, leaves, minced
1/2 tsp oregano, dried
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
FILLING
1/2 to 3/4 c sharp cheddar, finely grated
1/4 to 1/2 c fontina cheese, finely grated
3 Tbsp parmigiano-reggiano, grated
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted at room temperature

Steps:

1. In a casserole dish, combine the buttermilk, beaten eggs, salt, pepper, thyme, oregano and cayenne pepper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the softened butter, then fold in the grated cheese. Divide into four equal parts and spread on toast. Cover with an additional slice.
3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
4. Dredge each sandwich in the batter, coating each side. Place in skillet and brown top and bottom and the cheese is melted; about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
5. Serve with a beer and a steaming hot bowl of your favorite tomato soup. Enjoy!

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Provided by FLKeysJen

Categories Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices sourdough bread or 6 slices French bread, about 3/4 inch thick
4 eggs
1/4 cup sour cream (can substitute light or fat free)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dill weed
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
6 slices swiss cheese
1 (14 ounce) can Italian stewed tomatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chives, chopped

Steps:

In a shallow mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Blend in the sour cream, mustard, dill weed and Italian seasoning.
Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture and let soak for 10 seconds.
On a large griddle or fry pan, melt the butter over medium heat; cook the bread in the melted butter for 2-3 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown.
Turn the bread and top each with stewed tomatoes, then a slice of cheese, then chopped chives; cook for three minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tomatoes are warm.
Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and Dijon mustard mixed together and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.5, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 164.9, Sodium 645.5, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.2