This classic breakfast/ brunch recipe is timeless! Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, or just starting your day on a good note, french toast coupled with a glass of bubbly, or a “tamed bubbly with a dose of fresh orange juice” will definitely do it!
French Toast is a term borrowed from French, originally the recipe of “pain perdu” which literally translates to “lost bread”. What they meant to refer to is “ leftover bread”, which became too dry to enjoy as is, but yet too precious to throw away, and don’t we all agree that French bread is too precious to throw away?
There are many versions of “Pain perdu” recipes, and you could substitute ingredients based on availability, personal preference and desired flavors; this recipe is simple, easy to prepare and delicious when combined with fresh seasonal berries.
Recipe:
Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Recipe created by: Elissar Kurban
Ingredients: 1 Loaf of Brioche bread cut into 8/ 1 inch slices (you can substitute with other types of bread, based on your preference) 2 tbsp powdered sugar 2 tbsp granulated sugar (cane sugar or brown sugar preferable if available) 4 tbsp orange liqueur (Grand Marnier preferable if available) 4 large eggs 1 cup milk and ½ cup half & half (mixed) 3 tbsp honey 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 Orange zest (leave 1 tbsp aside) ½ Orange (juiced) 1 tsp salt Unsalted butter 2 tbsp vegetable oil ½ cup toasted sliced almond
This Article was originally published on Wines and Vines
