Santa Fe (Railroad) French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Delicious Santa Fe (Railroad) French Toast with a kick

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 slices firm white bread ( day old , I use leftover sourdough ) or 6 slices challah , 3/4 inch slices cut in half diagonally
	1 cup heavy cream
	4 large eggs , lightly beaten
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	vegetable oil ( for frying )
	confectioners ' sugar
	warm maple syrup

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

439

Sugar

10g

Fat

32g

Santa Fe (Railroad) French Toast is a delicious and flavorful twist on traditional French toast. The recipe was said to have originated on the Santa Fe railway in the early 19th century and has since become a breakfast staple in Southwest America. It's a slightly spicy and savory version of French toast, making it perfect for those who like a little kick to their breakfast. The bread is soaked in a mixture of cream and eggs before being fried in oil until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It's then dusted with confectioners' sugar and served with warm maple syrup for a sweet and savory combination that will leave you satisfied all morning long.

Instructions

1.	In a shallow dish, whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, and salt.
2.	Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.	Dip each slice of bread into the cream mixture, turning to coat.
4.	Fry the bread slices in the hot oil until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5.	Remove the French toast from the pan and drain on paper towels.
6.	Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.

PROS

This French toast is a unique and flavorful twist on a traditional breakfast favorite.

It’s easy to make and perfect for any breakfast or brunch occasion.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and frying process.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though not particularly healthy, this French toast can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
The use of eggs in the recipe provides a source of high-quality protein and important nutrients such as vitamin D and choline.