Classic French Toast
There are just a few keys to making great French toast: Use stale bread (fresh tends to fall apart), make sure the bread is sliced at least 3/4-inch thick (it helps maximize soaking for a custardy interior) and watch your soaking time (a shorter time equals a slightly drier toast, a longer time yields a more custardy one).
Ingredients
- 8 slices texas toast or other 3/4-inch-sliced white bread
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons butter
- confectioners' sugar, for serving
- maple syrup, for serving

