French Toast

Ingredients (serves 3–4)

• 8 slices thick bread (Texas toast, brioche, or challah work best)

• 3 large eggs (duck or chicken)

• ¾ cup milk (whole or 2%)

• 1–2 tbsp sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

• Butter for the pan

Optional add-ins

• A little maple syrup mixed into the batter

• Dash of nutmeg

• Splash of heavy cream for richer toast

Instructions

1. Make the batter:
   In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.

2. Heat the pan:
   Put a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a little butter.

3. Dip the bread:
   Dunk each slice in the batter—just long enough to soak the surface without getting soggy. Let the extra drip off.

4. Cook:
   Place bread on the hot pan. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.

5. Serve:
   Hit it with butter, powdered sugar, syrup—whatever you like. Great with berries, bacon, or sausage.