French Toast with Tomatoes
Transform your breakfast routine with this savory twist on a classic—French Toast with Tomatoes. This recipe combines fluffy, golden-brown French toast made from thick slices of bread soaked in a seasoned egg mixture with a vibrant topping of blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. A hint of paprika in the batter adds a subtle kick, while the optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese brings a touch of creamy saltiness to every bite. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes and strikes the perfect balance between rich, buttery comfort and zesty, fresh flavors. Serve warm and elevate your meal with this easy yet elegant recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 4 slices Thick slices of bread
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.
Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing both sides to soak for a few seconds, and place it onto the skillet. Repeat for the remaining slices.
Cook the bread for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and slightly crisp. Remove the cooked slices and set them aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil and the remaining tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the cherry tomatoes and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they start to blister and soften.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomatoes, cooking for an additional minute while stirring to prevent burning.
Tear or chop the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the tomato mixture. Remove from heat.
Serve the French toast warm, topped with the sautéed tomatoes. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.0 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2658 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 599 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
