Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices of challah bread (or a baguette, preferably 1-2 days old)
- 1 cup milk (unsweetened almond milk or any preferred milk)
- 6 eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (or onion powder, or a combination)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or preferred cooking oil)
Optional Toppings
- Arugula or spinach
- Sliced avocado
- Fried or soft-boiled eggs
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add a mild flavored oil such as vegetable oil, butter, or margarine. Heat until the oil is shimmering, indicating it is hot enough for frying.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl or casserole, whisk together the eggs, milk, chopped parsley, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper using a fork until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Soak the bread: Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture, allowing each slice to soak for 10 to 30 seconds, depending on the thickness and dryness of the bread. This helps the bread absorb the flavorful custard evenly.
- Fry the bread: Once the oil in the skillet is hot, transfer soaked bread slices to the skillet without overcrowding. Reduce heat to medium-low to prevent burning. Cook each slice until the bottom becomes golden brown and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip and cook the other side: Carefully flip each slice and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the other side is also golden and crispy. Remove the cooked French toasts and place them on a serving platter.
- Serve: Serve hot with your preferred toppings such as fresh arugula or spinach, sliced avocado, and optionally fried or soft-boiled eggs for added protein and flavor.
Notes
- Using slightly stale bread helps absorb more of the egg mixture without falling apart.
- Adjust soaking time based on bread thickness; thicker slices need longer soaking.
- To keep French toasts warm while cooking in batches, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven (around 200°F).
- Feel free to substitute fresh herbs with dried ones if necessary, reducing quantity by half.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond or other plant-based milk as suggested.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
