Meals Matter

Almond French Toast

Contributed By: MAB
Bon Appetit

Ingredients

3 Eggs

1/2 cup Half & half

1 tsp Dark brown sugar

1/2 tsp Almond extract

1/2 tsp Nutmeg

6 1-inch thick slices French bread

2 tbsp Butter (or more)

1/4 cup Sliced toasted almonds

Powdered sugar

Maple syrup

Preparation

Beat eggs and half & half in small bowl. Mix in brown sugar, almond extract and nutmeg. Pour into large shallow dish. Soak bread in egg mixture 5 minutes, turning at least once. Melt 2 Tbsp butter in very large skillet over medium-low heat. Add bread and cook until golden, adding more butter if necessary, 3-4 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with nuts and sugar. Serve with syrup.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Breakfast & Brunch

Nutrient Information

Calories: 400
Total Fat: 12.5 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.8 g
Carbohydrates: 57 g
Protein: 16 g
Vitamin A: 310 IU
Vitamin C: 0 mg
Calcium: 88 mg
Sodium: 668 mg
Iron: 4.2 mg
Fiber: 3 g