French Custard Toast ( Pain Perdu)

French Custard Toast ( Pain Perdu)


1. Arrange bread slices in single layer in 2 9x13 baking dishes.

2. Whisk eggs,milk, sugar, lemon peel,vanilla, salt and nutmeg in large bowl until blended.

3. Pour over bread; let soak 5 minutes.

4. Turn slices over; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

5. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of oil on griddle or in each of 2 large, heavy skillets( preferably nonstick) over medium-high heat.

6. Add bread and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side; do not undercook or the insides will not be completely set.

7. Transfer to a heated platter,sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately with the syrup of your choice.

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