Outrageous Orange French Toast
recipe by Ellen Gutman Chenaux, Birchwood Inn (we only steal from the best!)
Course
breakfast
Cuisine
breakfast
Servings
Prep Time
6
people
10
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
6
people
10
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
Ingredients
6
eggs
2/3
cup
orange juice
1/3
cup
Grand Marnier orange liqueur
(or use orange juice for non-alcoholic option)
1/3
cup
cream
1/4
cup
granulated sugar
1/2
tsp.
vanilla extract
1/4
tsp.
salt
rind of one orange, zested
9
slices
challah
1-inch thick; cut each slice diagonally into two triangles
butter
powdered sugar
orange
sliced for garnish
maple syrup
serve on the side
Instructions
Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the juice and Grand Marnier, cream, sugar, vanilla, salt, and orange rind. Mix well.
Dip the bread in the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides.
Melt the butter in a large skillet or on a griddle on medium heat. Use a folded paper towel to wipe off excess butter.
Cook through, lightly browning both sides.
Place three triangles per person on a plate, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and garnish with orange slices. Serve with maple syrup (the real stuff!)