Almond-Crusted French Toast

Name: Almond-Crusted French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5 servings.
Ingredients: 8 eggs; 1/2 cup 2% milk; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 10 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick); 1/2 cup sliced almonds; Confectioners' sugar and maple syrup

This elegant version of French toast is ideal for special occasions. It seems so simple, but the sliced almonds and dusting of powdered sugar make such a difference.—Judith Austic, Kirksville, Missouri

Ingredients

8 eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Confectioners' sugar and maple syrup

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Dip each slice of bread into egg mixture; place on waxed paper. Press almonds onto tops of bread slices.
Cook on a greased hot griddle for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve with syrup.