True Life: I am addicted to brunchin’.
Nothing compliments a nice relaxing end to the weekend like Sunday brunch. Brunch, mimosas, and good friends help get me rejuvenated for the week ahead. Throughout the work week I barely have time to eat breakfast, let alone a sit-down meal. French toast is that one dish that makes me think, “ahh yes, that hectic week was all worth it”.
French toast can be so simple but easily oversimplified. In my opinion, it’s all about the bread, heat, and toppings.
Brioche is the perfect bread for French toast. This French bread has an added sweetness to it that compliments the sugary spices and syrup nicely. Not to mention, its thick and fluffy slices can withstand the weight of the egg mixture with ease. Believe me, I’ve had bread fall apart in transit from bowl to skillet, not a pretty sight. Once the egg mixture is assembled, dip bread in the egg mixture for 20-30 seconds, flip, then repeat. The bread should be completely immersed in the egg mixture. If the bread starts to rip apart that means that the bread soaked too long. If that occurs, cut down on the length of time you allow the bread to soak in the egg mixture.
Cooking French toast on medium-low heat ensures that the center is thoroughly cooked yet the outer part is golden brown. Cook for 7-8 minutes flipping halfway through. Once plated add on toppings like sliced fresh strawberries, bananas, blueberries, or just a dust of powdered sugar and you are all set!
Serve alongside my Cajun breakfast potatoes, turkey bacon, and sunny side up eggs for a stellar spread.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- Seasonings
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, brown sugar, sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg, milk, and cinnamon.
- Add butter to a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
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Place bread slices into the egg mix. Let soak for 20-30 seconds then flip. Soak for additional 30 seconds. Transfer bread from egg mixture to skillet.
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Cook for 7-8 minutes on medium-low heat flipping every 4 minutes.
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Once the bread is golden brown on both sides, remove from skillet and plate. Add desired toppings.
- Remaining egg mixture can be used to make additional French toast.
