French Toast Amandine

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 200.

2. 2

   Whisk together eggs, milk (or cream or half and half), sugar, salt and vanilla extract.

3. 3

   Lay bread in a baking pan, and pour egg mixture over top.

4. 4

   Let sit 3 minutes, then turn slices over, making sure egg mixture has covered slices, with no dry spots

5. 5

   Spread sliced almonds on a baking sheet, and put soaked bread slices on top.

6. 6

   Press to adhere, then turn and repeat on other side; sprinkle with almond slices as needed.

7. 7

   One side will be more crusted; cook that side first (and serve facing up).

8. 8

   Put some of the butter into a skillet placed over medium-high heat; when its hot, add bread slices in batches, cooking until theyre golden brown and crisp, a few minutes per side.

9. 9

   Transfer finished toasts to a platter, and place in oven to keep warm.

10. 10

    Repeat with remaining butter and bread.

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    Serve finished toasts with fruit compote, maple syrup or (and!)

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    a dusting of confectioners sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.