Recipe

How to Make Savory French Toast That’s Actually Delicious

By Simone Gerber at Northwestern University

The soft and creamy texture of French toast is often doomed to be drowned in sticky maple syrup, but this dish can be so much more than a sugary breakfast treat. These recipes prove it’s perfect for every meal.

Garlic Parmesan French Toast

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 2-3
  • Easy
Ingredients
  • 6 slices bread
  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan

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Step 1

Heat large non-stick frying pan on medium heat and whisk eggs and milk together in large bowl.

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Step 2

Mix in basil, garlic, salt, pepper and parmesan.

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Step 3

Soak slice for 45 seconds and transfer to frying pan.

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Step 4

Fry for 1 minute on each side. Remove from heat and repeat for remaining slices. Serve immediately.

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Coconut Curry French Toast

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 2-3
  • Easy
Ingredients
  • 6 slices bread
  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 4 teaspoon curry powder
  • 2 tablespoon coconut flakes
  • 2 teaspoon ginger

Photo by Emma Danbury

Step 1

Heat large non-stick frying pan on medium heat and whisk eggs and milk together in large bowl.

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Step 2

Mix in curry, coconut and ginger.

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Step 3

Soak slice for 45 seconds and transfer to frying pan. Fry for 1 minute on each side. Serve immediately.

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