Dried-Cherry French Toast W/Kumquat Jam And Whipped Crème Fraiche

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   For Kumquat Jam:

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   Cut kumquats in half and squeeze juice through a strainer to collect seeds and reserve juice. Place kumquats, juice and water in a pot and slowly simmer. After liquid has reduced by half, add half of the sugar and bring back to a simmer. Taste the mixture and add more sugar and stir as needed. After all sugar has been added, add pectin and bring back to a simmer. Mix well and remove form the pot. Store in an airtight container and refrigerator.

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   Whipped Creme Fraiche:

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   Place all ingredients in a mixer. Beat with a whisk until stiff.

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   French Toast:

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   To make a batter, place, eggs, sugar, half-and-half, vanilla extract, salt and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Beat with a whisk until well incorporated. Heat a griddle to medium heat and spread butter on entire surface. Dip brioche in batter and flip to fully cover entire piece of bread. Place on buttered griddle. Cook 3 mins and flip bread. Cook for 3 more mins. Remove form griddle and cut each piece of bread diagonally.

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   Place 4 pieces on a plate and top each portion with 1 tbsp kumquat jam and 1 tbsp whipped creme fraiche.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.