Description
French toast gets a savory French toast upgrade with fresh thyme, earthy sage, and salty Parmesan cheese. Crispy edges and a creamy center make this breakfast twist perfect for weekend brunches when your taste buds crave something beyond the usual sweet routine.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices rustic bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dairy and Fats:
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage, finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Extra grated Parmesan for garnish
- Fresh thyme or sage leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk 4 large eggs, 120 ml whole milk, 50 g grated Parmesan, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon chopped sage, salt, and pepper in a wide mixing bowl until smooth and well-blended.
- Select robust rustic bread like sourdough or ciabatta that can absorb liquid without disintegrating.
- Submerge each bread slice into egg mixture for exactly 30 seconds per side, ensuring complete saturation of flavors and herbs.
- Melt 15 g unsalted butter and 15 ml olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (175°C) to prevent burning while creating rich flavor base.
- Carefully place soaked bread slices into heated skillet, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until surfaces transform into crispy golden brown texture.
- Remove French toast from skillet and transfer to serving plate.
- Scatter additional 15-20 g grated Parmesan across surface of each toast.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or sage leaves and optional pinch of flaky sea salt for enhanced taste profile.
Notes
- Let the bread sit out for a few hours or overnight to get slightly stale, which helps it absorb the egg mixture more effectively.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan to ensure even browning and crisp edges on your French toast.
- When chopping fresh thyme and sage, use a sharp knife and release more aromatic oils by bruising the herbs slightly before adding to the egg mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 376 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg