Savory Stuffed French Toast
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
4
Cuisine Type
Cheese Types
Recipe Description
Caramelized onions and Applewood Smoked Sea Salt cheese stuffed between pieces of French Toast - a perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper, divided
- 4 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 8 slices thick-cut egg bread
- 8 oz Wood River Creamery Applewood Smoked Sea Salt Cheddar Gruyere, sliced
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
Preparation
Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook onions, brown sugar, and half of the salt and pepper for 18 to 20 minutes or until deep brown and caramelized. Let cool.
Mix mustard with honey; spread evenly over one side of each slice of bread. Layer half of the cheese, caramelized onions and remaining cheese over half of the bread slices; cap with remaining bread.
In shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, chives, and remaining salt and pepper. Dip each sandwich in egg mixture.
Melt half of the butter in large skillet set over medium heat. Fry 2 sandwiches for about 3 minutes per side or until golden and cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches.