Marissa's MediterraneanA savory twist on French toast featuring creamy feta, fresh baby spinach, and a hint of lemon zest for a vibrant start to your day.
In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, lemon zest, and black pepper until well combined.
Using a wide bowl makes it easier to soak the bread slices evenly.
Gently stir the finely chopped spinach and crumbled feta into the egg mixture.
Place the bread slices into the mixture, letting them soak for about 2 minutes per side until they've absorbed the savory custard.
If your bread is very dry, let it soak an extra minute.
Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat.
Place the soaked bread slices in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown and the cheese starts to soften.
Flip the slices carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side until golden and the center is set.
Remove from the heat and serve immediately while warm.
This is a fantastic way to use up slightly stale whole grain bread. The savory custard soaking into the bread makes it feel like a fancy brunch, but it's simple enough for a Tuesday morning. If you want a bit of crunch, toss some toasted pine nuts on top before serving!
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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