Savory French Toasts With Spinach And Mushrooms

Transform morning meals with Savory French toast with Spinach and Mushrooms, a hearty dish with garlicky, cheesy flavours, and a hint of spice.

Savoury French Toasts With Spinach And Mushrooms

The Savory French Toasts with Spinach and Mushrooms recipe offers a twist on the breakfast classic, with a delightful interplay of flavours. An aromatic crust enfolds the pillowy interior of the parmesan-infused toast, creating a satisfying contrast. Every mouthful is complemented by the umami notes of sautéed mushrooms and tender spinach, adding a rich depth. A final touch of spicy pepper honey introduces a mild sweetness, counterbalancing the savoury profile.

INGREDIENTS

For Savory French Toast

• 6 slices of bread (see note 1)
• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup milk
• 3 tbsp parmesan cheese
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning or mixed dried herbs
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper or chili powder
• salt
• pepper
• 4 tbsp butter

For Mushroom & Spinach Topping

• 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
• 200 grams regular white mushrooms (sliced)
• 2 cups of spinach (chopped) or baby spinach leaves
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• salt
• pepper
• 1 tbsp dried rosemary (or fresh)
• 3 tbsp parmesan cheese

Spicy Pepper Honey (optional but highly recommended!)

• honey
• black pepper
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• paprika

INSTRUCTIONS

Spicy Honey

• Heat honey in a saucepan or transfer to a glass bowl & microwave until liquid. Add pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt and mix until well combined.

Mushroom & Spinach Mixture

• To a pan, add olive oil and heat for a few seconds. Add mushrooms and let cook for a few minutes until mushrooms are browned.
• Add garlic powder, salt, pepper and mix well.
• Add spinach and mix until well wilted and well combined. Once fully cooked, transfer to a bowl and let cool.
• Add parmesan cheese and mix well. Keep aside.

French Toast Recipe

• To a large bowl, add everything listed under “French toast” except for bread and whisk until fully combined.
• Heat a tbsp of butter in a non-stick pan. While the butter melts, transfer the bread (one slice at a time) to the French toast custard (mix) and let the bread soak the mixture for about 3-4 seconds on each side. Transfer the bread to the pan. It’s easier to cook 2 bread slices at one time.
• Let cook on medium-low flame for 2-3 minutes and flip carefully. Add another tbsp of butter let it slide to the corners of the French toast slices and let cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Cook until the edges of the bread get lightly pan-fried and the egg custard on the bread (middle) is fully cooked and golden brown in color (see blog post above for image)
• Transfer to a plate and repeat the same for the remaining bread slices.
• Top with parmesan spinach & mushroom mixture and drizzle spicy honey over it. Serve.

Serving Suggestion

Here are some side serving suggestions to go with the Savory French Toasts with Spinach and Mushrooms:

• Cheese Corn Fritters
• Garlic Mushroom & Cheese Toasts
• Quiche with Homemade Pie Crust
• Garlic Bread Cheese Toasts
• Mix Vegetable Cheese Toasts
• Cheese & Garlic Savory Muffins

Tips and Tricks

• For best results, use multigrain or sourdough bread that’s a day or two old.
• Generously Butter the Pan: Don’t skimp on butter when cooking French toast. It not only prevents sticking but also contributes to the crispy, golden edges and rich flavor.
• Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried herbs) are key to flavoring the egg custard.
• If you’re pressed for time, start with preparing the hot honey and the mushroom mixture. While these components are cooking, you can prepare the bread by soaking it in the custard.