French Toast for One

Ingredients

• 1egg, slightly beaten
• 1/4cup milk, light cream, or half-and-half
• 2slices bread
• 1tablespoon margarine or butter
• Maple-flavored syrup
• Fresh fruit (optional)
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• Directions

  1. In a shallow flat dish beat together egg and milk with a fork until combined. Dip bread slices in egg mixture. In a medium skillet melt margarine over medium-low heat.
  2. Cook dipped bread slices in margarine for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with maple-flavored syrup. Garnish with fresh fruit, if desired. Makes 1 serving.
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  From the Test Kitchen

  SAVORY FRENCH TOAST:

  Prepare French Toast for One as directed above, except add 1 teaspoon chopped onion, 1/8 teaspoon dried dillweed, and dash pepper to egg mixture. If desired, top cooked slices with shredded cheese.

  Prepare French Toast for One as directed above, except add 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel, and a few drops of vanilla to the egg mixture. If desired, sift powdered sugar over cooked slices.

  
  

  ORANGE DESSERT TOAST:

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• Place bread slices in egg mixture, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight. Or, dip bread slices in egg mixture, wrap individually in moisture- and vaporproof material, and freeze for up to 1 week. Prepare as directed.
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