Savory French Toast
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 8 slices thick-cut white bread
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
- Warm pepper jelly and bacon, to serve
- Garnish: chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat, swirling to coat skillet.
- Dip 3 bread slices in egg mixture; place in skillet. Reduce heat to medium; cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Using a spatula, turn bread slices, and immediately top each with 2 tablespoons cheese. Cook until bottom is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Place on a serving plate. Repeat procedure with remaining butter, remaining bread slices, and remaining egg mixture. Serve with warm jelly and bacon. Garnish with thyme, if desired.
