 |
|
|
| Home > Recipes |
|
Here’s how the rating system works:
= Didn't care for the recipe much, 
= Loved this recipe
|
French Toast
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2003 Show: Good Eats Episode: Toast Modern Overall User Rating: 
| |
|
Rock Solid French Toast!
07/01/2008 at 09:13am
User: Christopher from Weatherford, TX User Rating:
No, I don't mean that the French Toast is hard as a rock. I mean that this is a superb recipe to start with if you have never made French Toast or are looking for new ways to improve your style. It has all the suggestions that ensure well cooked toast and is simple, quick and best of all expandable. You are giving the basics to make it any way you want it. Only thing I would change is portion size, lets get real, two pieces a person, your husband or son will be stealing it before it gets to the table!
Very good.
06/19/2008 at 10:35pm
User: Kevin from Dublin, OH User Rating:
I like the baking step at the end. It really makes the french toast better while getting them all warm at once.
Excellent
06/15/2008 at 10:53am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this using sourdough cinnamon raisin bread bought from a local bakery. It was excellent.
whoa!!
06/05/2008 at 09:43am
User: null from null, null User Rating:
This was an excellent version of Egg Bread (french toast). My Daughter calls it egg bread. We tried it once according to the recipe and it was outstanding. The second time we tried it we cut a loaf of banana bread in half and then sliced it into sandwich bread sized pieces. Don't soak them too long or they'll fall apart, however, even the pieces are unbelievable!!
Awesome French toast
05/03/2008 at 12:29pm
User: Mike from Roseville, MI User Rating:
Made this for the family for one of our "Breakfast-for-Dinner" nights and everyone loved it. Definately a redline on the "Yum-O-Meter"!
Delicious!
04/25/2008 at 04:44pm
User: Ashley from Poynette, WI User Rating:
I didn't even have challah bread, so I used regular storebought wheat and this came out wonderfully! It's the best I've ever had! And preparing the egg mixture the night before makes it so easy to prepare in the morning!
Overly complicated
04/20/2008 at 01:32pm
User: Tim from milford, PA User Rating:
Too much work without "my patience being rewarded." And another thing: I can't believe he did not add vanilla to this recipe! You can't have french toast without a little bit of vanilla, or even almond extract. I was a bit disapointed, even angry! How dare you, Alton.
NOT SOGGY!!!:o)
04/05/2008 at 02:30pm
User: James from Fort Polk, LA User Rating:
It was very good, but needed a little something. So I would add a little nutmeg and cinnamon. Loved the way the toast did not get soggy. I would recommend this recipe. Family loved!
Not sweet enough
03/29/2008 at 01:57pm
User: Kathy from Longview, WA User Rating:
I used french bread and next time will try a sweeter bread. it was rich, but with only maple syrup, it was not quite sweet enough. The addition of a little strawberry preserves made it just perfect.
Quick and easy, but tastes slow and expensive!
03/28/2008 at 09:18am
User: kim from durham, NC User Rating:
Great french toast! I made it with 4-day-old italian bread and let it sit out overnight to get stale. the french toast turned out just right - like custard on the inside but with a crisp outside. I was only able to get 6 slices from the recipe so you might want to double it for serving more than 3 people. It is important to only use thick, hard bread and only soak in the custard for 20-30 seconds. I used a very large frying pan because it took a lot longer to cook than to soak and with a large pan you can cook more slices.
Easy
03/02/2008 at 11:45am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Everyone can have a Hot breakfast at the same time.
Awesome
02/23/2008 at 09:34am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Alton Brown's french toast is awesome!
wonderful
02/17/2008 at 02:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Better than your average restaurant. Takes a little doing but oh so worth it! Thanks Alton!
Stunning
02/17/2008 at 11:25am
User: Fritz from San Jose, CA User Rating:
I made this superbowl sunday for me and the gang. It was the best we had ever had. Datatona 500 is today and now I am making it for 12 people. The honey with just a pinch of salt sets this apart from others. This is my favorite way of having my French Toast. It is a must try.
better than restaurants
02/06/2008 at 01:43pm
User: Tonya from San jose, CA User Rating:
I used thick Texas Toast for this recipe. The French Toast came out thick, fluffy, but dense with the rich custard. My picky 9 year old gave me a "mmm, this is good." And that was without syrup.
Even I couldn't mess this up!
02/03/2008 at 09:55am
User: Kimberly from Merrillville, IN User Rating:
LOVED IT...my family raved. It has become a staple.
Ho Hum French Toast
01/21/2008 at 11:06pm
User: Claudette from Ocean Shores, WA User Rating:
We prepared the recipe as directed, using homemade challah (which we have been making for our congregation for a number of years and get rave reviews on). The results were distinctly disappointing, which was doubly felt because of the loss of the challah we had used up. We felt that the recipe has nothing to recommend it and is not even as good as our regular old-fashioned french toast that we've been making for 40+ years. I'm afraid this one's a bust!
Perfect French Toast !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
01/18/2008 at 12:38am
User: Hope from Chester, PA User Rating:
Easy to prepare the night before. Easy to cook the morning of. Delicious! Thanks Alton! A couple of notes: The first time I made it, I forgot to set the bread out overnight. BIG mistake! The bread soaked up way too much of the custard and stayed soggy in the middle. You MUST set the slices out to dry out overnight, as Alton said. I add fresh grated nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla to my custard. That is what I'm used to and couldn't imagine eating French Toast without those in it! As for timing the 30 seconds per side, I set my stove timer to 10 minutes or so and watch for every 30 second mark to flip the bread. Not hard at all.
Excellent and easy
01/02/2008 at 09:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great french toast recipe
classic
12/09/2007 at 05:29pm
User: Annalise from Sequim, WA User Rating:
Perfect everyday french toast recipe! Very yummy!
Yum!
11/22/2007 at 08:59am
User: Amberly from Rochester, NY User Rating:
Never knew french toast could taste this good and I made it myself!
Bread Matters!!!!
11/21/2007 at 09:05am
User: Mark from Franklin, NC User Rating:
If you use plain store bought white bread, OR if you use a better bread but slice it too thin, you will be disappointed in this recipe. I used texas toast (store bought) and the extra thick bread made a wonderful foundation for the custard. I double soaked the bread to account for the extra thickness (soak, rest, soak, rest), 15 seconds on the second soak. also added some vanilla to the custard mix. Best french toast I've ever MADE. (eaten better but was in a **** restaurant.)
easy and tastey
11/18/2007 at 03:08pm
User: Renee from Fort Collins, CO User Rating:
I followed his directions from the show and made the custard the night before. This was very easy to make and very good. There is only 2 of us, if you have more plan to double the recipe
would make again
11/07/2007 at 03:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this is a wonderful recipe i would make this if i was you
the way to make your French Toast!!
11/05/2007 at 06:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Out of this world!! It's a must try. I was never a big fan of french toast but my husband likes it so thought why not try this recipe. Well, I am now hooked on french toasts..........Great Eats.....!!
These are fast and great.
09/30/2007 at 04:17pm
User: Douglas from Bremerton, WA User Rating:
The family really loves these. To add a bit of flavor I recommend grating a bit of cinnamon over the french toast while on the skillet.
What a way to wake up!
09/05/2007 at 05:36pm
User: Shelly from Richland Center, WI User Rating:
I ran out immediately after seeing this episode and got the ingredients to Alton's french toast recipe. The recipe certainly WAS as wonderful and mouthwatering as it had looked on TV! I roll the slices in crushed corn flakes after soaking in the custard mixture- adds a great crunch! I serve with syrup and powdered sugar. The kids love it!
Four Star French Toast
08/25/2007 at 09:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Love it!!!
oh my good-eats-ness
08/21/2007 at 12:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for my wife and I this morning (after preparing the bread and custard the night before). I can't tell you how amazing this tastes! The honey get's a little browned on the bread and makes this wonderful caramel flavor. My wife said it was 5 star resort breakfast good. Thanks again Alton, you haven't steered me wrong yet!
ok
08/21/2007 at 12:49pm
User: carolyn from missouri city, TX User Rating:
this is very neat for kids.
So Delicious
08/14/2007 at 03:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This french toast is so easy and super yummy! I highly recommend making it.
oven too hot
08/11/2007 at 03:26pm
User: Mika from San Marcos, CA User Rating:
This made great french toast! However, the earlier pieces made ended up a little dried out by the high heat of the oven - next time I will keep the slices warm in a 200 degree oven instead. Otherwise - perfect.
Simnple, easy and very good
08/11/2007 at 09:50am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Simple easy and is very good
Very Good
08/09/2007 at 10:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent French Toast. They are perfect in the middle, not to moist or to dry.
Like a restaurant at home!
08/06/2007 at 10:45pm
User: Kimberly from Phoenix, AZ User Rating:
Sooo yummy - much better than the egg on wheat toast I grew up with!
good......
08/04/2007 at 12:10pm
User: patrick from broad brook, CT User Rating:
made it this morning with a wheat kaiser roll that got left out over night. tasted great.
Great Receipe
08/01/2007 at 09:54am
User: Charity from Kernersville, NC User Rating:
Nothing that Alton Brown shows you is bad!!! This was the best french toast I have ever had and everyone should try it! You can never go wrong with an Alton Brown.
FINALLY...a crispy french toast!
07/31/2007 at 10:47pm
User: Brenda from San Angelo, TX User Rating:
I am guilty of creating soggy french toast time after time and did not know how to make it better. THIS recipe makes french toast that is crunchy on the outside and creamy-custardy on the inside. Absolutely perfect french toast. For the rest of my life, I promise to make french toast the way Mr. Brown makes his. Here are my recommended adjustments: I used sourdough bread and it worked great, I let it sit out for about 15 minutes (not all night). I also added cinnamon to my egg mixture, about 1/2 teaspoon. Everything else as recommended, and I topped it with a berry sauce & whipped cream. Berry sauce: 1 cup frozen mixed berries, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp sugar - heat all ingredients over medium to low heat for 3-5 minutes. Top this on your french toast and swirl some whipped cream topping on both the french toast and berries....it's a masterpiece! I wish I could post a picture of my creation on here, it is beautiful. Enjoy folks.
Not worth it....
07/29/2007 at 07:01pm
User: Cory from Johnstown, PA User Rating:
Maybe I'm just not enough of a french toast expert....obviously a lot of people have liked this recipe, but it didn't taste different enough from less complicated recipes to make it worth the while. I will say that the end result was much heavier and richer, but if the taste isn't any better, why go through the trouble?
Yummy!
07/29/2007 at 05:36pm
User: Ali from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
Best french toast I have ever had. I won't go back to my old ways. I didn't have any half and half so I just used my Fat-Free French Vanilla Coffeemate Creamer and it worked perfectly. Also did it once with the Cinnamon Vanilla flavor. Thanks, Alton!
Never tasted anything so good
07/28/2007 at 10:00am
User: brandie from st. louis, MO User Rating:
I followed Alton's recipe to the letter and it was sooo worth it. The best french toast I have ever had in my life. I have made it a few times, but I have to be careful, it is very very fattening, but oh so good. This is definately a keeper, but I will have to add 2 hours of high impact step aerobics afterwards.
Fabulous French Toast
07/25/2007 at 09:19am
User: LaTanya from Laurel, MD User Rating:
I love french toast but always found mine to be soggy inside and out. The simplicity of the ingredients and instructions made this extremely easy to make. This signature dish was all the rage at my Father's Day Brunch!
The BEST French Toast EVER!!
07/22/2007 at 01:35am
User: Anastassia from Brooklyn, NY User Rating:
My family and I LOVED this recipe, The honey was the perfect touch and baking it for those few minutes made such a big difference !
French Toast
07/20/2007 at 09:13pm
User: scott from elkhart, IN User Rating:
The toast is very soft and unlike other french toast which has a tendency to get chewy. The flavor and texture are near perfect(only GOD is perfect). When I cook this for a group, I always get compliments as to how good it is. Thanks Alton
Couldn't be any easier
07/16/2007 at 01:57am
User: April from Battle Creek, MI User Rating:
I saw this recipe on TV and thought "I can do that". I have never tried to make anything that I have seen on TV and was a little bit nervous about how it was going to turn out. I'll admit that I'm not a very good cook. I have about 10 sigature recipes that I have perfected throughout the years but my idea of french toast had always been sandwich bread dredged in milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg and a little bit of orange juice, simple. When I decided to make this recipe I liked that I could do the prep the night before. I paid the extra money for the "good bread" and my 5 year-old daughter helped me make the best french toast anyone in my family had ever tasted. It really hepled to have an extra set of hands in the kitchen since by the time you get going your pulling one batch out of the oven just in time for the next batch to go in. It was a hit! Great recipe! Try it, you won't regret it and you just may have a new family favorite, we do.
Great French Toast
07/15/2007 at 02:30pm
User: Kristen from arlington, TX User Rating:
This really turned out great for my family. Everyone seemed to really enjoy it. More filling than regular "french toast".
Honey in French Toast
07/14/2007 at 03:34pm
User: Gwynn from Knoxville, TN User Rating:
This recipe used more cream than I am used to using and I never used honey - I think it made all the difference. This was absolutey wonderful and I like being able to bake it so I don't have to watch it quite so closely. I also saved the egg mixture (refrigerated in air tight container) and used it again the next weekend.
A slice of childhood
07/14/2007 at 12:23am
User: William from Humble, TX User Rating:
Creamy and perfect inside, great for stuffed french toast too.
i hate to say this but......
07/12/2007 at 08:22pm
User: Dana from bloomsburg, PA User Rating:
This recipe was very fussy, kind of bland, and (maybe this was my fault) mussy. I follwed his directions to the T and made tripled the batter, but only 2/3 of the bread soaked up all of the batter. I've tried a lot of Alton Browns recipes and this is the only one I don't like. I also won't be making this one again.
Restaurant-Quality or Better
07/12/2007 at 11:45am
User: Diane from North Liberty, IA User Rating:
I had to substitute with French bread since I couldn't find the recommended ones. I have a feeling this would be amazing if I had found the right bread. Anyway, I added some cinnamon to the custard and topped it off with bananas and powdered sugar. It wasn't soggy at all, and my daughter loved it!
gooooood eats
07/08/2007 at 12:12am
User: Jeromy from Fort Worth, TX User Rating:
this is the best french toast I have ever had. I could eat this for every meal. Thank you Alton and keep the receipes coming
Breakfast Great Eats
07/04/2007 at 01:30am
User: STEVE from WESTMINSTER, CA User Rating:
this recipe is defiantly Good Eats. My family loved my recipe, but ever since i tried this they request this over my prior recipe. Go figure...A.B you have great recipes and a very entertaining show.
Easy and delicious
07/03/2007 at 09:51am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am a big fan of french toast and have tried without success to make it at home for years. This the only recipe that I have had success with. It is the only one I will use from now on.
What a Treat!
06/30/2007 at 01:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made mine with challah (left out overnight, as directed), 1 tbsp of honey, 1 tsp of vanilla, and 1/4 tsp each of cinnamon and nutmeg and the result was fantastic and welcome change of pace from my usual French Toast recipe (made with fresh whole grain bread, skim milk, and no honey or half and half). I can't say I'll use Alton's every time I make this dish in the future, but will certainly keep it in mind on special occasions when I am in the mood for an indulgence-- yum!!!!
yum ...I liked it!
06/29/2007 at 06:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I just made a simple change which is adding a teaspoon of vanilla to the eggs ... it was excellant and even got better when i put them in the oven
Great method for texture, want more flavour
06/27/2007 at 02:32pm
User: Cheryl from Sarasota, FL User Rating:
This is a great recipe for plain ole french toast. I really loved learning the method for cooking it; the texture comes out perfect everytime. I make the custard in the morning, because all the steps really do go by pretty fast. And, what is leftover gets saved for the next morning in a tupperware bowl. The flavour is great, but I would love to find ways to add more intense flavour to it though. Perhaps I'll sprinkle on some cinnamon before serving next time.
great and easy
06/24/2007 at 06:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i found this recipe to be very easy and it has great texture....i use french or italian bread from the bakery....
I'll never do it differently
06/23/2007 at 02:19am
User: JR from Kuna, ID User Rating:
I tried it and will likely be forever critical of restaurant style French toast. Keep in mind, that already firm bread does not need to be left out overnight. Also, dip for 30 secs max, or you will be fishing out soggy pieces. And, don't cook in margarine... your toast will either burn or just be soggy. Use butter, or as a last resort use a cooking spray. After you bake the toast, give it the ol' Emeril touch with some powdered sugar and BAM! ;-)
Everything in my refrigerator
06/20/2007 at 05:53pm
User: l from dublin, CA User Rating:
This was so simple and all my ingredients were in my refrigerator. It turned out fantastic with the Challah bread.
awesome
06/20/2007 at 03:34am
User: Robert from seattle, WA User Rating:
This recipe is the second best french toast I've ever had. Very tasty. The first best came from Red Star Tavern in Portland. Good job on the recipe, Alton.
Very Good Eats!
06/19/2007 at 10:34pm
User: Allison from Dallas, TX User Rating:
Thank you Alton for helping me succeed at making excellent french toast! I made it with challah bread, it was excellent my husband is still talking about how good it was! We considered it as good if not better than the best breakfast eateries!
simply good
06/14/2007 at 12:58am
User: Katy from Highland, UT User Rating:
It was simple and it hit the spot.
Happy Hubby
06/13/2007 at 10:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was extremely easy and my husband really enjoyed this recipe. It was as delicious as it was easy to make. Making the custard base the night before cuts down on the work you have to do in the morning.
easy and amazing!
06/12/2007 at 01:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
soooooo good!!!
YUMMY
06/11/2007 at 06:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made this recipe for Mother's Day it was a hit. Tasty,creamy,soft and drispy on the out.LOVED it.
Worth the time
06/11/2007 at 11:41am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Just as he described. It's definitely worth the time and effort.
Strange Process but it works
06/10/2007 at 08:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Unusual treatment of french toast but it works and produces a truly delectable item. The "rest" in the oven makes the toast especially toothsome.
So Easy
06/10/2007 at 12:25pm
User: Kirstin from frostburg, MD User Rating:
It took a little longer to prepare than my old way of doing french toast, but the result is well worth the extra time. It is also a very affordable recipe.
good-stuff
06/07/2007 at 06:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Little bit of work but delicious. Thanks Alton for your always educational Good Eats.
French Toast
06/07/2007 at 04:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Wonderful! Creamy on the inside, and crisp on the outside.
french toast
06/06/2007 at 02:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe is so good !!
Best French Toast, ever!
06/03/2007 at 11:21pm
User: Christina from Loganville, GA User Rating:
I made this recipe this morning for the first time and it was super easy. Breakfast consisted of 5 kids under the age of 7 and all of them requested 2nds and a couple wanted 3rds and these kids are picky eaters. I can't wait to make this again, it was hands down the best french toast I've eaten and made. So creamy on the inside and nice and crisp on the outside. Never doubt Alton, he's the man!
Outstanding French Toast
05/28/2007 at 09:56am
User: Carlos from Port St Lucie, FL User Rating:
After trying this recipe my family has insisted that this should be my only French Toast recipe, definite ?Good Eats?.
yummy
05/07/2007 at 04:51pm
User: Ariel from Park Forest, IL User Rating:
I am completely addicted to this recipe! I have my boyfriend make it for breakfast almost every day! Thank you!!
Excellent French Toast
05/05/2007 at 12:34pm
User: Vincent from Redondo Beach, CA User Rating:
This is so good, I can't believe all french toast isn't this good. I highly recommend it!
Simply the best
04/28/2007 at 11:08am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Truly the best
Rich and delicious!
04/27/2007 at 03:20pm
User: Sam from Buellton, CA User Rating:
I watched Alton make this on TV and it made my mouth water! When we had guests over one weekend, I decided to try this recipe out. It was a big hit!
Best french toast ever
04/26/2007 at 08:42pm
User: JENNIFER from lakewood, OH User Rating:
I thought we knew how to make french toast then we saw Alton make this. It takes a little more time to make but it is worth it. This is now a christmas morning must have. But we've kicked it up as a fondue. We have cheese fondue on Xmas eve and with the leftover bread Xmas morn we frech toast it in hot oil.
Best French Toast Ever!!!!!
04/21/2007 at 07:10pm
User: AnnMarie from Mahopac, NY User Rating:
My kids and husband love it!!! Thanks Alton!
OO-La-La...
04/14/2007 at 07:46am
User: Lisa from Christmas, FL User Rating:
Slightly sweet and gentle crispness make this french toast yummy all by itself. Add fresh fruit or real New England maple syrup, and you'll think you're in breakfast heaven!
Best ever
04/09/2007 at 08:33pm
User: Stacy from Battle Creek, MI User Rating:
Follow this recipe and you won't be disappointed. This is our Christmas morning breakfast staple every year. We slice the bread and mix up the custard before bed the night before. It's awesome!
Tasty
04/08/2007 at 03:12pm
User: Adam from Provo, UT User Rating:
The middle wasn't soggy, which was a nice change. Overall, it seemed to be too much effort for french toast.
Fool-prooof french toast
04/08/2007 at 12:10pm
User: Melissa from Reading, MA User Rating:
This was just amazing! I've never been able to make non-soggy french toast. This was divine. I made it with Portuguese sweet bread and added some vanilla and fresh orange zest. WOW. Even my 2 y/o ate it.
Oh my gosh
04/07/2007 at 08:47pm
User: Elizabeth from Monrovia, CA User Rating:
I've unlocked the secret to the perfect french toast.
Fabulous, absoloutely fabulous
03/31/2007 at 03:29am
User: Alison from Mukilteo, WA User Rating:
I just love watching Alton Brown's show because he is very entertaining and makes everything very simple, which of course makes the viewers, like me, get comfortable enough to try anything. I finally got this recipe and tried it right away. It reminded me of my nana's french toast, which of course was the best on the planet ! It is a wonderful taste of heaven. Very simple to make for anyone. Thanks ever so much for the recipe and the memories.
Great Impressions
03/12/2007 at 08:28pm
User: Karen from Prairie du Chien, WI User Rating:
Made this for a breakfast party. I followed the recipe to a "T" and it was a crowd pleaser. Is our favorite to serve when company comes.:)
Altons French Toast is Hot
03/12/2007 at 05:01pm
User: Elvisa from Bronx,, NY User Rating:
Alton Brown French toast is so gooooooooooooooooood!
How????
03/08/2007 at 06:28pm
User: chuck from mobile, AL User Rating:
How does Alton consistantly come up with the best stuff I've ever tasted?
Good Eats!
03/04/2007 at 01:25pm
User: Shawn from El Paso, TX User Rating:
This easy recipe is tremendous. In a few minutes you have a great tasting french toast. I never would have thought of putting them in the oven to crisp up.
Greatest Ever! Thanks Alton!
03/03/2007 at 10:15pm
User: Jeff from columbia, TN User Rating:
I am a "one recipe cook"...a fifty year old dad who really doesn't have much time to cook. I let others do all the cooking until I find something I love to make...and this french toast is it! The meal is fantastic, I love Alton's presentation and ideas. This is my meal for family and friends for a long time! My brother's coming over tomorrow and friends are coming next weekend!
Best French Toast Ever
03/02/2007 at 06:01am
User: brian from akron, OH User Rating:
It's fast and easy. Turns out perfect, crisp and brown on the outside and creamy goodness in the middle. And to think I've wasted all these years eating dull, lifeless, and soggy french toast. Those who don't agree must not have made it right. Thanks Alton!
Amazing!
03/01/2007 at 03:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Melts in your mouth. Best French Toast I have ever had. My husband made it for me and he said it was very easy to make. I highly recommend this dish.
Definitely not your mother's french toast!
02/27/2007 at 09:11am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Forget the semi-soggy stuff. Take the time and plan ahead for this wonderful version-- it's so simple, and well-worth the effort!
Hmmm, good
02/26/2007 at 10:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Even if I don't have day old bread, this recipe is wonderful. It's the best french toast I've ever had! The whole family loves it! I add a little cinnamon as well.
Yummy for my tummy.
02/25/2007 at 07:51pm
User: Erin from Sasser, GA User Rating:
My husband and I love breakfast food - and we followed this recipe to the "t"! Not only was the french toast wonderful, we will definitely be making it again soon. Thanks, Alton!
A Hit!
02/24/2007 at 04:45pm
User: Richard from Holbrook, NY User Rating:
Worth the extra effort! I've been playing with different flavors, substituting sugar and vanilla and different breads. A doughy supermarket Italian bread works well but the batch made with challah and mesquite honey was the best!
Great French Toast
02/22/2007 at 09:00pm
User: Ande from Maylene, AL User Rating:
I made this for about 10 people and everyone loved it!!
Best Ever!
02/21/2007 at 04:38am
User: Laurie from Anchorage, AK User Rating:
We love French Toast and I normally make a mean one myself by adding vanilla and a little sugar to my egg mixture BUT Alton did it again! This French Toast is AMAZING!!! A little more work than my personal recipe but WELL WORTH IT! Baking the toast afterwards really made a difference too. And salt, who would think to add salt to the mixture?! It worked really well. My husband even said it was the BEST French Toast he had ever had! Thanks Alton, you're the best!
Instructions
02/20/2007 at 01:59pm
User: Raquel from Milwaukee, WI User Rating:
There are much easier ways to make tastier french toast. Also, I would like to see some nutritional information on your recipes. This one sounds VERY fattening and high in calories.
Wonderful and fills you up!
02/18/2007 at 10:54am
User: AARON from Phoenix, AZ User Rating:
If your family is used to eating 3 or 4 slices of regular bread dunked in egg/milk mixture and fried in a pan, they will be surprised to be full after only 1 or 2 slices of this. Very filling! Very yummy! I recommend not even putting butter on it. We had a week and a half old loaf of bakery french bread and it was stale completely through before slicing. Took a little longer to soak the pieces, but they cooked up deliciously! Thanks Alton for this awesome pain perdue recipe!
excellent
02/14/2007 at 08:11am
User: john from stuart, FL User Rating:
excellent french toast, however when in season grab yourself some eggnog and replace it with the half and half, it make the french toast even richer. this is my wife,s Christmas morning breakfast tradition Mr brown another great recipe
The Perfect Breakfast
02/13/2007 at 05:06pm
User: Bob from NNNNN, IL User Rating:
I have made this for family and freinds. I have never had to put some back in the fridge.
Awesome
02/09/2007 at 02:09pm
User: Rosario from Muscle Shoals, AL User Rating:
I love these because they do not taste like pure egg (like normally some do) and because they way they are cooked leaves them crunchy
Excellent
02/06/2007 at 12:21pm
User: Joe from Colorado Springs, CO User Rating:
My kids thought my french toast was the best until I tried this recipe. Now it's the only way they want me to make it. Amazing flavor!
WOW!
02/05/2007 at 09:11pm
User: Catherine from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
I've never been a big fan of French Toast, but Alton made it look so delicious, I just had to try this recipe. It's a little more work than the simple recipes I've always use, but oh! is it worth it! It is so delicious, I couldn't stop eating it! Try it - you'll see!
YUMMY! YUMMY!
02/05/2007 at 02:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family really enjoyed your French toast recipe! It puffed up while baking in the oven and the outside was crispy while the inside was nice and custardy. I added some cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Also, I let it bake longer than 5 minutes in the oven and served it with butter and maple syrup. The leftovers froze well and I just put them back into the oven to reheat and crisp back up as we needed them. A wonderful recipe to make ahead of time for those busy weekday mornings at 4am! My 16 year old son appreciates it!! I made a triple recipe, using 3 loaves of French bread. Thanks Alton for a great show! You always crack me up and make me laugh, :') Love the chicken on your kitchen counter. Inga, El Cajon, CA
AB does it again
02/05/2007 at 10:33am
User: Amanda from Ypsilanti, MI User Rating:
Using the oven for the last 5 minutes is what make this french toast the best. I added a bit of vanilla and cinnamon to the custard. Pair this with his homemade bacon and it's heaven.
yummy
02/04/2007 at 12:27pm
User: cheryl from olathe, KS User Rating:
wow this was a big hit with my family we have had this meal twice and they just keep asking for it...thankyou
5 Star Restaurant quality
02/04/2007 at 12:41am
User: Susan from San Diego, CA User Rating:
The first time I made this recipe was back in 2004 while living in Maryland and it was a huge hit. I topped the FT with banana's sauteed in butter, cinnamon with a splash of Grand Marnier. It truly was the way to a man's heart
Pretty Good
02/03/2007 at 04:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Not much flavor, but good starting recipe. Adding some cinimon might do the trick.
Perfect French Toast
02/02/2007 at 02:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family gobbled this up and begged for more!
Easy Pleaser
01/31/2007 at 12:59pm
User: Gary from Old Bridge, NJ User Rating:
Holy Moly! Easy and delicious. Everyone in my family from the one year old on up loves this stuff. It even refrigerates for a day. Making the custard mixture the night before and letting the bread "stale" up over night is essential to maximum French Toasty-ness.
Really great flavor
01/30/2007 at 02:34am
User: Shawn from Savanna, IL User Rating:
I'm not a huge french toast fan, most recipes that I have come across taste way to eggy. The only thing that stopped me from giving it five stars was that it was a little time consuming.
amazing
01/29/2007 at 02:40am
User: Emily from clemson, SC User Rating:
the best french toast I've ever had. Used sourdough that was fresh but put it in the oven for just a few minutes to dry out. Also used skim milk and some cinnamon in the custard. absolutely amazing!!!
Best I've ever had
01/28/2007 at 09:05pm
User: Charlie from Maitland, FL User Rating:
That's what my wife said about this recipe... after she asked for more. I sliced Challa bread 1 to 1 1/4 inches thick and soaked each side 2-3 minutes then sprinkled a little cinnamon on each side. I also added 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla to the custard. Beautiful toasty brown on the outside then pop in the oven to finish the inside. My favorite topping is strawberries with chambord.
Easy and Fast
01/27/2007 at 01:14pm
User: JOHN from Sierra Vista, AZ User Rating:
This is one of the easiest and better tasting french toast I have made, hats off to Alton again.
Best French Toast Ever!
12/31/2006 at 02:15pm
User: Richard from Falling Waters, WV User Rating:
The extra step of allowing it to crisp in the oven makes it wonderful! It's crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside. Best if made with Challah bread that is slightly dried out.
yum
12/30/2006 at 01:50am
User: noomano from san diego, CA User Rating:
yum yum. 4 / 5 stars.
Don't leave out your bread...
12/24/2006 at 12:46pm
User: Randy from San Jose, CA User Rating:
If you use fresh bread, especially sourdough, this recipe is excellent. If you leave the bread out overnight as he recommends, it is too tough.
A keeper
12/17/2006 at 03:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I use this recipe every time I make french toast!
rich french toast!
12/16/2006 at 12:58pm
User: Kari from seattle, WA User Rating:
I like watching Alton's episode of this and making the recipe. I think that it loses something when you just read the recipe by itself. We have entertained with this breakfast and everyone was impressed!! I would recommend soaking the challah for a long time though, it really makes the toast creamier. And, I needed more half/half mixture than the recipe called for.
French toast
12/08/2006 at 09:01pm
User: Darfoovus from Plain city, OH User Rating:
Best French toast you can possibly eat. Redefines the concept. Think of it as Creme Brule with syrup
Yummy!
12/06/2006 at 04:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best recipe I've ever had for French toast!
Excellent
12/03/2006 at 09:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The baking step make the french toast cripser and less gooey inside. Since I like my french toast crunchy, this recipe is a keeper.
Great
11/23/2006 at 09:40am
User: Ryan from philadelphia, PA User Rating:
Its hard to do the exact timing for soaking and such, but it tastes great. I also replaced the honey with 2 tsp of vanilla extract.
Easy and so good
11/18/2006 at 01:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It's so easy to make, quick and delicious!
kids loved it
11/18/2006 at 12:08am
User: m from Burke, VA User Rating:
I like making this recipe the night before and fixing it for a yummy weekday breakfast for my kids or even on the weekends. I have added good vanilla and cinnamon to it for more flavor. I use french bread and sometimes if I can find it at grocery store they have bread called "french toast bread" and it is really yummy! Make sure you follow the instructions preparing and on cooking that is KEY!!
SO Good!
11/06/2006 at 02:23pm
User: Amanda from Hoover, AL User Rating:
As with most of Alton Brown's recipes, this one takes some thinking ahead. But, if you can plan a night ahead (to let the bread dry out and to make your custard), this is really simple, and VERY good. I would never call myself an accomplished cook, but this tasted like it was made by a pro. And, because you both fry and then bake the toast, this is perfect for a weekend morning with family visiting so you can feed everyone at once. We just loved it!
Amazing
11/03/2006 at 12:40pm
User: KL from Portland, OR User Rating:
This recipe is awesome. The closer you follow it, the better the outcome. Honest!
Yummy!
10/18/2006 at 11:01am
User: cynthia from Manchester, NH User Rating:
The best French Toast I have ever had...I tried it with Cinnamon Swirl Bread and this made it even better!
crowd pleaser
10/15/2006 at 11:36am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I doubt if this could be any better
Alton's french toast
10/13/2006 at 05:53pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Simply the best french toast ever!
Perfecto!
10/13/2006 at 02:38pm
User: Mary from Ballwin, MO User Rating:
This is THE recipe for French Toast! The "finish" in the oven is the step that perfects the dish. My family is always happy to see me bring home French bread, knowing what is coming that weekend.
GOOD AND EASY
10/13/2006 at 01:40am
User: Lynn from burbank, CA User Rating:
GOOD AND EASY
So Easy!
09/27/2006 at 12:27pm
User: Aynur from San Mateo, CA User Rating:
The was the easiest and tastiest french toast I've ever made!
French toast GOOD
09/26/2006 at 05:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best french toast that my family and i have ever eaten.
New Favorite
09/11/2006 at 06:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best French toast Recipe we have ever tried
Excellent
09/07/2006 at 07:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We love this!!! Everyone is so happy to smell french toast when they come in the door.
simple
09/05/2006 at 09:11am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love french toast and its simple.
frech toast
09/04/2006 at 10:22am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
it is easy and simple
Best EVER!
09/02/2006 at 10:25am
User: Deborah from Bradenton, FL User Rating:
This is BY FAR the best French Toast recipe I've ever made. I've made it more than a dozen time now, and no one has ever complained!
good
08/17/2006 at 12:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
my family loved it
Pretty Good French toast
08/11/2006 at 11:50pm
User: K from Bronx, NY User Rating:
The French toast was very easy to prepare and it was good. However, I like my French toast with more flavor. So I added some cinnamon to the custard and it was great!
Easy to make french toast
08/05/2006 at 01:02pm
User: Phillip from Carrollton, TX User Rating:
I watched the Good Eats episode "Toast Modern" and I saw Alton Brown make this french toast. I never thought to put the french toast in the oven to cook it all the way through! Great idea Alton!!
perfect
07/31/2006 at 01:50pm
User: andrea from Piqua, OH User Rating:
It was the best french toast i have ever made. I topped the slices with fresh fruit and fresh whipped cream. Thanks Mr. B!!
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside
07/30/2006 at 10:49am
User: Dwain from Gilbert, AZ User Rating:
This is the most valuable french toast recipe I know of. It is really easy and provides a fantastic result. I can't say enough about it. Make sure to keep the toast warm in the oven. I suggest adding some nutmeg to the bread during the rest period after soaking in the batter. It adds a nice kick. Great recipe - Alton Brown is the king of the food network.
Very tasty
07/29/2006 at 04:03pm
User: DON from Tehachapi, CA User Rating:
This recipe is a bit long as you need to make the bread stale and is best if you allow the custard to rest over night. But it results in very good french toast.
YUM!!
07/29/2006 at 02:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
wow, i love this recipe. I did it many times with different breads and tricks, and came up with warnings: Dont over-soak regular white bread, it falls apart (kinda obvious, huh? :) Also, add some cinnimon and or nutmeg! To me, thats the main taste to french toast. Otherwise, the recipe was DELICIOUS!!! Thanks for the breakfast :)
The Best
07/27/2006 at 06:23pm
User: DELRISSA from DUBLIN, CA User Rating:
These french toast were the best. I added a little sugar and a little orange zest to the mixture and it was wonderful. I also topped it with my version of bananas foster, a little whipped cream and granola.
start your day in a happy place
07/18/2006 at 11:49am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Really great, my family loved it.
Father's Day Breakfast
07/15/2006 at 09:08pm
User: Kirby from Gainesville, GA User Rating:
I made this french toast for my dad on Father's Day morning and he loved it! He said it was the best french toast he ever had. I served it with a ramikin of strawberry slices. My only advice is to make sure your slices are at least a 1/2 inch thick and if you let the custard sit in the refrigerator overnight (per Alton's recommendation), give it a quick stir because the honey tends to settle to the bottom. Thanks Mr. Brown! You're the best and I'm looking forward to your new show!
Yum
07/14/2006 at 01:01am
User: Annie from Mount Airy, NC User Rating:
This is the best french toast recipe ever.
WOW French toast
07/12/2006 at 11:38pm
User: Aaron from Moscow, ID User Rating:
Better than I have ever done in my kitchen before! Thanks Alton for bringing this to my table!
YUM!
07/11/2006 at 08:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best french toast i have ever eaten. try a bit of vanilla extract and cinnamin, it makes it good eats like whoa!
Incredible!!!
07/07/2006 at 11:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the most amazing french toast I have ever eaten. The egg bread or challah is key as is the half and half (unfortunately!). I couldn't believe french toast could be improved upon, but this is more like eating a clafouti or egg custard. It was divine.
Very Good
07/06/2006 at 04:26pm
User: Michon from Mesa, AZ User Rating:
My family loved it!
Great French Toast
07/04/2006 at 11:00am
User: Aaron from Joplin, MO User Rating:
These are great. I used french bread about 1" thick. Make sure to leave it out overnight sliced with the sides exposed to air. Great breakfast when you have company.
THE BEST YET
07/03/2006 at 04:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The best french toast I have every had. So easy too make. My family ask for it all the time.
Yummy!!!
07/02/2006 at 10:23am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great! Creamy,sweet (not overpoweringly) and simple. Serve with cinnamon sugar and maple syrup. No need to bake in oven.
Terrific Toast
07/02/2006 at 02:33am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The first slices I soaked ended up a little soggy in the middle and the last were too dry. The ones in the middle were so good!
I love this recipe!!!!
06/27/2006 at 08:40pm
User: gina from silver spring, MD User Rating: