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Savory French Toast

Savory French Toast with Crispy Bacon and Herbed Cheese Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick-cut bread
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Optional: sour cream and hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Warm a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. In a shallow dish, whisk eggs, milk, Parmesan, chives, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dip each bread slice into the custard, pressing gently, and soak 30 seconds per side. Let excess drip off.
  3. Melt 1 tbsp butter in the skillet. Fry 2 slices for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deeply golden and crisp. Repeat with remaining butter and slices.
  4. Plate two slices per person, top with bacon, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and extra chives. Pass sour cream and hot sauce at the table.

Notes

The bacon can be cooked in the skillet before you start the toast, then set aside. If your bread is very fresh and soft, let it sit out for 20 minutes so it dries slightly and absorbs the custard without tearing.