Torrijas Castellanas

Name: Torrijas Castellanas
Yield: makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 cup heavy cream; Pinch of salt; 1/4 cup ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup sugar; 4 thick slices brioche or good-quality bread (8 slices if the loaf is small); 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

December 14, 2011

If you’re tempted to replace the butter or heavy cream in this recipe, don’t; just make plain old pain perdu, or French toast. But if you’re ready for the creamiest, most custardy French toast you’ve ever tried, give these babies a go. This recipe comes courtesy of Jose Andres, a Washington, D.C.–based Spanish chef and good friend.

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