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French Toast

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Background

Soaking stale bread in egg and milk is an old technique found in many countries. In the United States, French toast is a sweet breakfast commonly served with butter, syrup, or fruit.

Ingredients

  • 8 thick slices day-old bread
  • 4 eggs
  • 240 ml milk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 30 g butter

How to cook

  1. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow dish.
  2. Soak bread briefly on both sides without letting it collapse.
  3. Cook in butter over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and set inside.

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