Best Tias Favorite Toast Recipes

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BACON-AVOCADO TOAST BAR



Bacon-Avocado Toast Bar image

Provided by Tia Mowry

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices crusty Italian bread
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 ripe avocados
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large tomato, coarsely chopped
4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Drizzle the bread slices with 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Mash the avocados in a small bowl. Add 2 tablespoons each of the chives and parsley, the lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; mix until fully combined.
  • Toss the tomatoes, the remaining 1 tablespoon each olive oil, chives and parsley, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
  • Spread each slice of bread with 1/2 cup of the avocado mixture and 1/8 cup of the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with the chopped bacon and flaky sea salt.

THE BEST FRENCH TOAST



The Best French Toast image

There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe. The caramelized exterior meets a soft, custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! -Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick)
Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the first 7 ingredients. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat., Dip bread in egg mixture, letting it soak 5 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle until golden brown on both sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 263mg cholesterol, Sodium 786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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