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Savory French Toast - Christmas Special Breakfast Recipe - My Recipe Book By Tarika Singh

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Savory French Toast

Cultural Context

Savory French Toast, or Pain Perdu Salé, originates from the French practice of using stale bread to create a delicious meal. Traditionally, this dish was a way to avoid waste, transforming leftover bread into a flavorful dish with eggs and various fillings. Today, it is enjoyed in many variations across the globe, often featuring local ingredients and flavors, making it a versatile dish for any meal.

FrenchFRmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 slices bread
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheese
4 oz ham
2 tablespoons mixed herbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 cups spinach
1 cup tomatoes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: cooked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

1

Whisk together eggs and milk in a bowl until well combined.

2

Stir in salt, pepper, and herbs to the egg mixture.

3

Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

4

Dip slices of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides.

5

Place the coated bread in the skillet and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

6

Remove the bread and set aside on a plate.

7

In the same skillet, sauté garlic and onion until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

8

Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

9

Layer ham and cheese on top of the cooked bread slices.

10

Top with the sautéed spinach mixture and fresh tomatoes.

11

Return to the skillet and cover until cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes.

12

Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pain Perdu SaléFrench Toast Savory Style
Local Name: Pain Perdu

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