Martha Stewart French Toast​

This delicious French Toast by Martha Stewart is a quick and easy breakfast classic that’s perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends. Made with thick, golden slices of bread soaked in a creamy, spiced egg mixture, it’s both comforting and flexible—use any day-old bread you have on hand. Serve it warm with maple syrup for a treat everyone will love!

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk
• 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of ground nutmeg
• Pinch of salt
• 6 slices (1-inch-thick) bread, preferably day old
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Pure maple syrup, for serving (optional)

How To Make French Toast​?

1. Whisk eggs, cream, and spices: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
2. Arrange bread in a shallow dish: Lay the bread slices in a shallow dish large enough to hold them in a single layer.
3. Soak bread in the egg mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the bread and let it soak for 10 minutes. Turn the slices over and soak for another 10 minutes until fully saturated.
4. Cook French toast: Preheat the oven to 250°F / 120°C. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and set aside. Heat 2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry half the bread slices until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to the wire rack and keep warm in the oven while you cook the remaining slices.
5. Repeat with remaining ingredients: Wipe the skillet clean, then repeat the process with the remaining butter, oil, and bread slices.
6. Serve: Serve the French toast warm with pure maple syrup, if desired.

Recipe Tips:

• Use day-old bread: Slightly stale bread absorbs the egg mixture better without becoming too soggy, giving you perfectly soft and crispy French toast.
• Let the bread soak properly: Allow each slice to soak for at least 10 minutes on each side to ensure the flavors fully penetrate.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook the slices in batches to give each one enough space for even browning and crisp edges.
• Keep the toast warm: Place cooked slices on a wire rack in a low oven (120°C/250°F) to stay warm and prevent sogginess while finishing the rest.
• Use fresh spices: Ground cinnamon and nutmeg lose their flavor over time. Use fresh or recently opened spices for the best taste.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover French Toast cool to room temperature. Place the slices in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Allow the French Toast to cool completely, then place the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months. To thaw, leave in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Place a slice of French Toast on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium power for 30–60 seconds until warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice

• Calories: 159
• Total Fat: 6.13g
• Saturated Fat: 1.58g
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sodium: 320mg
• Potassium: 80mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 20.02g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.8g
• Sugars: 4.87g
• Protein: 5.58g

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• Martha Stewart Easy Waffle Recipe​
• Martha Stewart Buttermilk Waffles​
• Martha Stewart Hard Boiled Eggs​
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