French Custard Toast Pain Perdu Recipes

PAIN PERDU I

Yes, this is French toast, but a superior one. Unlike normal French toast this batter cooks into a custardy, crispy coating that leaves the bread creamy and oh so good. The use of good egg bread is a must here. Homemade is best, however store bought (such as Hawaiian bread) will work in a pinch.

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Steps:

Cut the bread and place on a wire rack to dry out a little as you prepare the batter.
Whisk the egg to blend. Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan or on the stovetop and allow to cool slightly. Whisk the sugar, salt and spices into the egg. When the butter has cooled slightly, slowly drizzle it in to the egg, whisking all the time. A little at a time, add the flour to the egg mixture to make a smooth thick paste. After it is all added, slowly blend in the milk and finally the vanilla. Whisk until just smooth and set aside.
Heat the remaining butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip a slice of the bread in the batter and allow to soak for 30 seconds, no more. Remove from the batter and allow the excess to drip off, back into the bowl. Place the battered slice in the skillet. Repeat with the remaining slices. Cook until golden on one side and then flip to brown the other. Serve immediately--a fresh squeeze of lemon juice and a good dusting of powdered sugar is traditional.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 108.7 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 274.1 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

Ingredients

4 (1/2 inch) slices egg bread
1 egg
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 pinch salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup milk
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

FRENCH TOAST CUSTARD

I usually make this dish for brunch, but it's also wonderful for breakfast or dinner. Guests have said it just melts in their mouth.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Steps:

Brush both sides of bread with butter; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, beat eggs and yolks. Add milk, cream, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg; mix well. Pour over the bread slices. Cover and chill overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before serving. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Ingredients

8 to 10 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)
5 tablespoons butter, melted
4 eggs
2 egg yolks
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Confectioners' sugar, optional