Lemony Pain Perdu (French Toast) Recipe

Name: Lemony Pain Perdu (French Toast)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices French bread, 1 1/2-inch thick; 1 ½ cups milk; ½ cup half-and-half; 3 eggs, beaten; ¼ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional); ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional); 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons oil

Servings: persons

8 slices French bread, 1 1/2-inch thick
1 ½ cups milk
½ cup half-and-half
3 eggs, beaten
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons oil

1
Mix the milk, half and half, eggs, sugar, vanilla, lemon peel, and salt together.
2
If using the spices, mix them in at this point.
3
Place the bread slices on a baking pan with sides.
4
Pour the above mixture over the bread.
5
Allow the bread to soak up the mixture for 5 minutes.
6
Turn the slices over and let the bread soak for another 5 minutes.
7
Meanwhile melt the oil and butter together over medium to medium-high heat.
8
I usually divide this into two skillets, so I use 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil per skillet.
9
Add the bread slices to the skillets and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices French bread, 1 1/2-inch thick, 1 ½ cups milk, ½ cup half-and-half, 3 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Lemony Pain Perdu (French Toast) falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemony Pain Perdu (French Toast)

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