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Must-Try Savory Spinach & Gruyère French Toast Stacks!

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Experience a sophisticated twist on a classic with these Savory Spinach and Gruyère French Toast Stacks. Each bite combines the richness of eggy French toast with the earthy goodness of spinach and the luxurious melt of Gruyère cheese.

Ingredients

  • Thick-cut brioche or challah bread
  • Large eggs (4)
  • Whole milk or half-and-half (1 cup)
  • Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
  • Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Onion powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Freshly grated nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Fresh spinach (generous amount)
  • Minced garlic (2 cloves)
  • Butter (1 tablespoon)
  • Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Gruyère cheese (shredded, good handful)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach Filling: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Add your fresh spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted and most liquid has evaporated, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Make the Savory Custard: In a shallow dish, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of whole milk or half-and-half, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until well combined.
  3. Prepare the Bread: Slice your brioche, challah, or desired sturdy bread into 1-inch thick slices.
  4. Soak the Bread: Working one or two slices at a time, place the bread into the egg custard mixture. Let it soak for about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side.
  5. Cook the French Toast: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once melted, place the soaked bread slices into the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with remaining bread.
  6. Assemble and Melt: Preheat your oven's broiler to low. On the baking sheet, assemble your stacks: Place one slice of French toast, top with spinach, then sprinkle with shredded Gruyère. Add another slice of French toast, more spinach and cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve Immediately: Transfer the Savory Spinach and Gruyère French Toast Stacks to plates. Serve hot with extra black pepper or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Keywords: Use slightly stale bread for better absorption of the custard. Don't overcrowd the pan while cooking for even browning. Season well with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.

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