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Golden, crisp-edged French toast with a soft, custardy center, made using the ideal bread, balanced custard, and foolproof cooking method.

Perfect French Toast

Golden, crisp-edged French toast with a soft, custardy center, made using the ideal bread, balanced custard, and foolproof cooking method.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 loaf thick-cut bread
  • Butter and oil for cooking

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • baking dish
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Slice and prepare bread.
  2. Whisk custard ingredients until smooth.
  3. Soak bread 30 seconds per side.
  4. Cook in butter and oil over medium-low until golden.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not oversoak bread
Medium-low heat ensures proper cooking
Use stale or dried bread for best texture
Rest cooked slices on a wire rack
Best served fresh but freezes well