Santa Fe (Railroad) French Toast

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Position rack in middle of the oven.

2. 2

   Arrange bread in a single layer in a baking dish.

3. 3

   Whisk together cream, eggs and salt and pour over the bread.

4. 4

   Soak bread, turning once, until most of liquid is absorbed but bread is not falling apart, about 2 minutes.

5. 5

   With a slotted spatula, carefully transfer soaked bread to tray.

6. 6

   Heat 1/2 inch oil in a heavy skillet over moderate heat until registers 325 degrees.

7. 7

   Fry bread 3 or 4 pices at a time, turning once, until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes per batch, maintaining 325 degrees.

8. 8

   Transfer to paper towel to drain briefly then arrange in a single lager on baking sheet.

9. 9

   Once all bread is fried, bake toast until puffed, about 4 minutes.

10. 10

    Dust with confectioners sugar and serve with syrup or honey.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.