French Toast - Grandma True French Toast

A nostalgic, comforting breakfast that’s been perfected over generations. This recipe uses simple ingredients but delivers a rich, custardy flavor with a golden-brown crust—just like Grandma made it!

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Pro Tips from Grandma’s Kitchen

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Bread Choice : Use stale or day-old bread—it soaks up the custard without getting mushy.

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Custard Thickness : For a denser texture, add an extra egg yolk.

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Crispy Edges : Pat the soaked bread dry with a paper towel before cooking.

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Leftovers : Freeze cooked slices—reheat in the toaster for a quick breakfast.

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Step 1: Prep the Custard

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In a shallow bowl or pie dish, whisk together eggs , milk , vanilla , cinnamon , nutmeg , sugar , and salt until smooth.

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Grandma’s Secret : Add a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness and a splash of rum (optional) for warmth.

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Step 2: Soak the Bread

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Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, flipping once, and let it soak for 1–2 minutes (don’t overdo it—the bread should absorb the custard but not get soggy).

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Step 3: Cook the French Toast

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Heat the skillet : Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat .

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Cook : Place 2–3 soaked bread slices in the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden and puffy.

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Repeat : Add more butter to the pan between batches if needed.

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Step 4: Serve & Enjoy

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Warm it up : Keep cooked slices on a baking sheet in a 200°F (93°C) oven while preparing others.

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Toppings : Drizzle with maple syrup, dust with powdered sugar, or add fresh fruit.

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Grandma’s Trick : Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on both sides before cooking for crispy edges!

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