French Toast

Ingredients

3 Bread slices Slices of thick brioche or leftover bread sliced last night

2/3 pieces Egg Of an egg per slice of bread

3/4 cups Milk or half-and-half Cup of milk or half-and-half

1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Vanilla extract or imitation vanilla

1 tablespoon tablespoon Sugar Sugar

1/2 teaspoon teaspoon Spices (cinnamon, allspice) Cinnamon or spices like allspice (optional)

Butter tablespoon Salted butter Salted butter for cooking

Equipment

Skillet

Grater

Directions

Prepare all ingredients, including 3 slices of thick brioche or leftover bread sliced last night and left to dry.

Grate about 2/3 of an egg per slice of bread and mix with 3/4 cup of milk or half-and-half, vanilla, sugar, and spices to make custard.

Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat until hot, with a little butter to sizzle but not burn.

Dip each slice of bread into the custard, soaking well.

Spoon a little extra custard over the soaked bread to ensure thorough coverage.

Cook on the preheated skillet, about 4 minutes per side, until the outside is golden brown and inside is tender and custardy.

Flip the slices carefully, sprinkle with sugar if desired for a crunch, and cook until crispy on the other side.

Remove from heat, plate immediately, and serve with butter and real maple syrup. Optional: top with whipped cream, powdered sugar, or cinnamon.