The Perfect French Toast

Start Sunday off with the delectable dish that has made Alberto Hoyas, chef at Brooklyn's famous-for-their-brunch Red Rail, a wanted man. Clipped from Mademoiselle magazine.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  eggs
• 2  tablespoons vanilla extract
• 1⁄2 cup heavy cream
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1⁄2 tablespoon cinnamon
• 2  tablespoons sugar

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients together, beating until thick, about 5 minutes.
2. Dip slices of thick white or challah bread in the mixture, coating both sides.
3. Add a pat of butter in a pan and sear bread until the egg is just cooked and bread starts to brown; flip and repeat.
4. Garnish with a few drops of melted butter and a generous sprinkling of powdered sugar and serve with fresh fruit or warm maple syrup.