Strawberry French Toast Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of sliced strawberries
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
3. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
4. Place the coated bread slices onto the skillet or griddle and cook until golden brown on both sides.
5. Once all slices are cooked, top each slice with sliced strawberries and dust with powdered sugar.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of bread you prefer.
- You can use any type of milk you prefer.
- You can use any type of fruit you prefer.

Variations:
- You can add whipped cream on top of the strawberries.
- You can add a drizzle of maple syrup on top of the powdered sugar.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to fully coat the bread slices with the egg mixture to ensure even cooking.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the bread from sticking.
- You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat in the oven or toaster.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the French toast in a toaster or oven until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the French toast on a plate with the strawberries and powdered sugar on top.

Garnishes:
You can garnish with additional sliced strawberries or whipped cream.

Pairings:
This recipe pairs well with a side of bacon or sausage.

Suggested side dishes:
- Hash browns
- Fresh fruit
- Yogurt

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bread is not fully cooked, lower the heat and cook for a longer period of time.
- If the bread is sticking to the skillet or griddle, add more butter.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the French toast to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
French toast has been around since the Roman Empire and was originally called "pain perdu," which means "lost bread" in French.

Flavor profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and slightly tangy flavor from the strawberries and a warm and comforting flavor from the cinnamon and nutmeg.

Serving suggestions:
Serve this recipe for breakfast or brunch.

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