Friday, February 18, 2011

French Toast ~ A Favorite

Sharing my favorite breakfast food today.

I fixed a special tray just for you.



F is for my Favorite

~ French Toast ~




It's certainly no secret among my friends that one of my favorite foods is French Toast. If it's on a menu, that's usually what I order when we go out to eat breakfast.




But you can see this isn't exactly what
comes to mind when one says, "French Toast!"



No, indeed!

Since you've stopped by for a visit I've pulled out some essential ingredients to make us a little treat this morning. Most any bread works for this dish, but I like to use challah bread in thick slices so it's nice and fluffy.



While you're here you may stay in our "French" guest room. I'll just bring up a breakfast tray with a pot of rich fresh ground coffee and a glass of chilled orange juice.



Just for you, I've used French linens. The napkin ring is also French.



F. L. G.

I have a group of French napkin rings that I've found when exploring weekend brocante markets in France. I like to think about who might have owned these little rings of silver and have a bit of fun imagining whose monogram is delicately engraved upon them. This one I think must have once belonged to Françoise Louise Gauthier.



I like to top French toast with a bit of
mascarpone cheese and fresh berries.



But I also like to eat my French Toast with lots
of confectioners sugar and a little maple syrup.

What do you like on your French Toast?



French Toast is a rich, sweet dish,
so I like to add a side of sausage with mine.



Americans eat French Toast for breakfast,
but the French like to offer it as a dessert.

They refer to it as pain perdu, or "lost bread".



I tucked in the new issue of Phyllis Hoffman's Celebrate Spring for a little reading pleasure.



Enough of my talking, you must be ready to eat.
Settle in and enjoy your own plate of French Toast.

Bon appétit!



There on the bed resting on the pillows are Brigitte, Gabrielle le chat, and Zoé le lapin. You can read about them here.

Linking to:


A Few of My Favorite Things @ Bargain Hunting & Chatting With Laurie since French Toast is my favorite breakfast food.

Sunday Favorites @ Happy to Design, where Cherry invites us to share a previous post.

Seasonal Sunday @ The Tablescaper because I love French Toast on Sundays any Season of the Year.
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59 comments:

  1. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I could eat it anytime of the day!!!Looks scrumptious!!!

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  2. barb cabotFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    What an amazingly lovely virtual breakfast. I had such a nice time visiting your blog this mornig. Love the presentation and the wonderful looking french toast. What a visual feast. TGIF and have a wonderful weekend.

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  3. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    That is a beautiful little tablescape and I do love blue and yellow when it is used together...I wish I had that french toast for supper...(I'm from the south ya know)...:-)

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  4. Johanna GehrleinFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Hi Sarah,
    your post is again so great. The french toast look so yummy and with the Eifel tower stamp just gorgeous. And the plate and mug are so nice and springy. Is it also Quimer? Such a breakfast would be a great start into a wonderful weekend. I hope you will have it both.
    Greetings, Johanna

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  5. PamelaFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    I made French Toast this morning for my son as he requested!! I had raisin and cinnamon bread from the bakery.

    Your table setting is lovely...love your china and especially those napkin rings!!!
    Pamela xo

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  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    What a beautiful setting plus my favorite breakfast food. Love those napkin rings. I how I long to go to France.

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    :)

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  8. SueFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Sarah, I like maple syrup with mine. I have booked the next flight and will be with you in the morning. HA.

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  9. Gabriela Delworth - Instructional DesignerFebruary 18, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday!

    It's a favorite in my family.



    ~ Gabriela ~

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  10. LynnFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    That has to be the yummiest french toast. Looks so nice. Love the napkin rings. What a find. Actually, you post made me hungry and I realize I need to start dinner, lol. Happy PS

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  11. Sissie's Shabby CottageFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Please don't wake me from my dream!
    I'm still eating my french toast in my french bedroom surrounded by all things lovely!

    Thanks for sharing and the hospitality.

    hugs
    sissie

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  12. LynnFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Very pretty Sarah! Lovin' your bread stamp! I haven't made Challah in a long time, it's been on my mind so gotta correct that! I grew up having French Toast with cinnamon and sugar-yum:@)

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  13. Susan FreemanFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Beautiful tablescape Sarah! I love French Toast too and my favorite way to eat them is with powdered sugar and a sprinkle or two of fresh lemon juice.

    Lots of love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  14. RachelDFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    How very charming, and what a luscious-looking breakfast!! Or dinner on a cold night, or a lazy lunch-for two . . .

    Just lovely.

    rachel

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  15. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I would love to be a guest of yours!! That French Toast looks yummy. I like mine with real maple syrup and a sprinkle of cinnamon...
    Hugs,
    Penny

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  16. Debbie@Mountain BreathsFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Tablescape filled with charm! I love French Toast too and my favorite way to eat it is with maple syrup. I'm easy!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    I love French Toast too but you make it sound so much more decadent and luxurious.

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  18. Glenda/MidSouthFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Oh My! Looks so good. I have not made french toast in years, I am trying to stay away from as many eggs as I can, so it is off limits.
    Would love a plate of it with sausage and eggs - Yum!
    Enjoy your weekend.

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  19. DonnieFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    What a beautiful tray you set and my that looks yummy too.

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  20. Country Wings in PhoenixFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday Sarah Sweetie....
    Oh what a beautiful table you set. I love French Toast, and this is the best looking toast ever. I love the thick break, and the berries, and maple syrup. Sarah I hope you made lots, cuz sweetie you are going to have us all lined up outside, waiting to sit at the table with French flair sweetie.

    Have a beautiful weekend. I so enjoyed traveling to Paris with you today. Many hugs and much love, Sherry

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  21. mrs. cFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Yummy, yum! Set a place for me! You always set such a scrumptious table. I also am a huge fan of french toast. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  22. mrs. cFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Yummy, yum! Set a place for me! You always set such a scrumptious table. I also am a huge fan of french toast. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  23. Tammy518February 18, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Oh, what a decadent breakfast! Yum! I like mine with a little confectioner's sugar, and -- if she's here -- my mom's homemade syrup. All it is is water and brown sugar boiled, but somehow mine never tastes as good as hers.

    Bon Apetit!

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  24. UnknownFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Oh, MERCY! I have to wait 8 hours before we go out to eat ... this looks deelish! Such a beautiful presentation.

    Happy PS weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  25. Self SagacityFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    The food looks delicious! I will be very full after this. Happy PS>

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  26. Castles Crowns and CottagesFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    Ma belle!!! PAIN PERDU, BRIOCHE, c'est tout bon!!! J'adore le pain, et quand j'étais en France, je ne mangeais que le pain!!! Oh Sara, this is exquisite, just EXQUISITE! There is nothing like sinking your teeth into a squishing and melt-in-your-mouth slice of French toast and especially displayed on such finery! HOw lovely you are! And thank you for your kind comments...I was so tired last night when I posted, I did not know if anything made sense! Have a wonderful weekend, Anita

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  27. DianeFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    OMGosh, when I came here I never dreamed I would be invited for such a delish breakfast. Thanks you so much for the virtual breakfast. Now I have to make French Toast Ÿ

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  28. Linda (Nina's Nest)February 19, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Hi Sarah - what a gorgeous post - and yummy, too! All your details are just beautiful...the food, the linen, plate, napkin ring - fantastic! Linda

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  29. Ricki TreleavenFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    We love French toast around here, but it would be even more lovely to eat it in your pretty setting. The napkin rings and linens are *to die for* Very lovely :D

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  30. Mermaids of the LakeFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Yum! You are making me sooo hungry! French Toast has always been my favorite! I like it with butter and maple syrup the best! Powdered sugar is good too. I have an allergy to egg whites so now I can only have French toast if I make it at home and use the yolk only and meticulously clean it... So I can never order it out! Happy Pink Saturday! Your pictures are beautiful!

    ~Debbie

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  31. DruFebruary 19, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful photos! I love French Toast also - my mom used to make it and now I make it only with her recipe - which is really simple - eggs, milk, sugar, and cinnamon - the cook in butter and I love it just like that with butter only - no syrup or sugar - YUM! Thanks for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!

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  32. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Sarah, I wish I was in that pretty guestroom of yours right now. Of course, I love all of the Frenchiness in this post - that china and the linens and the wonderful napkin ring. What a cute bread stamper. Breakfast looks delicious. If was staying in that guestroom, I might never leave. Thank you for sharing this for Favorite Things. Have a wonderful weekend. laurie

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  33. CharFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I think I may be in heaven. I loved visiting you, you are the best hostess and breakfast was beyond perfect. Happy Pink Saturday to you and yours, Char

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  34. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    I'm with you....I love French toast and yours looks divine, helped along by being presented in such a perfect way. Wish I were joining you for a late breakfast.

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  35. Donna@Conghaile CottageFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Such a Delicious Post Sarah! OMG I want Breakfast in Bed at your house...LOOK at the Quimper Plates to make it PERFECT! Your French toast looks SO GOOD. and we can Read about spring. Here with all our snow, we will also Dream about spring! Have a wonderful weekend.
    Hugs to you,
    Donna

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  36. Cindy AdkinsFebruary 19, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Oh my gosh, Sarah, this is gorgeous!! French toast is my favorite food!!!
    Happy Pink Saturday!
    XO

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  37. French-KissedFebruary 19, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Oh my goodness Sarah...this looks beautiful and delicious...love the whole presentation...how about if I show up tomorrow morning?!

    ~jermaine

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  38. Pink Roses and TeacupsFebruary 19, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Oh my this looks so yummy! Love that little stamper for the toast!
    Happy PS!

    Debbie

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  39. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiFebruary 19, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Now I want French Toast for dinner, Sarah! :) Your presentation is beautiful, as always!

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  40. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    What a beautiful post. Love the pictures and your story. The french toast looks so yummy. Have a wonderful weekend.
    Careyann

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  41. DebbieFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I'm loving this post. I'm such a French toast lover, too. It's one of our family favorites.

    We like ours with powdered sugar and some warm maple syrup drizzled over it.

    And now, I'm hungry. Probably not a good idea to get caught up on blogs while waiting to fix dinner, was it?

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  42. AmishaFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    This breakfast looks lovely!

    I would like to invite you join my blog party "Being Creative" starting tomorrow. I hope you join in!

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  43. Laura Quaglia (Fun With This and That)February 19, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    So good makes me want to eat now. Happy PS Laura

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  44. UnknownFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    YUM! I love French Toast! :)

    March 2nd! Food For thought.... Okay! I'm there! :)

    Thanks for letting me know...:)

    ~Liz

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  45. JaneFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I love french toast but mine never comes out looking as pretty (or delicious) as yours! I typically use syrup on mine but I have been known to top it with grape jelly.
    I think I'll make french toast for breakfast tomorrow!
    Jane

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  46. Natasha in OzFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    I love French toast too! I haven't made it for so long so as soon as the weather starts to cool down a little here I am going to make some! I will think of you when I do!

    Best wishes and happy week,
    Natasha.

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  47. SueFebruary 19, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Hi Sarah..your going to have a very crowded guest room when we all show up for breakfast...the French toast looks delicious...The Boss eats that all the time...he likes his made with a blueberry sauce ontop...but Heaven forbid...I have to put his sausage on a seperate plate so it doesn't get syrup on it....OYe!

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  48. PondsideFebruary 20, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    *sigh*
    What a wonderful breakfast!
    I love French toast too - with maple syrup and two strips of crisp bacon and a cup of good coffee...mmmmm

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  49. MaggieFebruary 20, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    Hi Sarah,
    A delightful post, so mouthwatering, sausage with maple syrup would be my side of choice. svp.
    I was in heaven, reminiscing about that beautiful guest room.

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  50. MaryFebruary 20, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    How adorable is that bread stamper! And I so love French Toast! I like my with a little bit of Grand Marnier in the egg mixture & a Mimosa on the side doesn't hurt either :-) Love your prepared tray for your pampered guests~

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  51. suesuebFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Yummy-this sure makes my cold cereal for breakfast this morning pretty lame! I love French toast with syrup and bacon. Your setting is so beautiful and welcoming. Thanks for stopping by to visit and I hope you have a wonderful Pink week!!

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  52. Pattie @ Olla-PodridaFebruary 20, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    What a LOVELY setting! I wish someone would bring me a breakfast that looked like that. I, too, have the little pink plastic French Toast press, but haven't had the best of results with it, alas. Your actual version looks delicious.

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  53. Chari at Happy To DesignFebruary 20, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Hello Sarah...

    Absolutely delightful, my friend! Ohh yes...I would just adore being a guest in your lovely home...and receiving a breakfast tray such as this...well, it would be divine! Everything is sooo very beautiful...from the french linens right down to that yummy plate of french toast and sausage! Mmm...a little butter, fresh berries, and syrup sounds perfect, Sarah! It was also such a treat to get a little peek of your beautiful guest room...it's gorgeous!!!

    What a sweet post! Thank you so much for sharing it with us for the Sunday Favorites repost party this week, dear lady!!!

    Have a super Sunday!

    Chari @Happy To Design

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  54. Confessions of a Plate AddictFebruary 20, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    How yummy, Sarah! Of course, I am also eyeing the plates! lol Love the stamper, too! And the napkin ring...gorgeous! Your "red on red" post was fun as well! You just say red toile or transferware and I am in! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

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  55. Sarah Marie KathleenFebruary 20, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Wow that is making my mouth water, yum!

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  56. CarolynFebruary 20, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Hi Sarah,
    this is a lovely post! I love French toast just the way you served it any time of day.

    Carolyn

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  57. Jillian's Bella Rosa AntiquesFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Oh you have made me absolutely hungry! Loved it all.

    Jillian
    Bella Rosa Antiques

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  58. bjFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    French toast is one of my favorites, too. ESPECIALLY, served on such a lovely tray. Yummmmmy

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  59. bjFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    French toast is one of my favorites, too. ESPECIALLY, served on such a lovely tray. Yummmmmy

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