To celebrate the classic flavors of the holiday season, Keaton Vasek, the pastry chef at Nashville’s The Continental, created a spin on classic French toast. “I am always a big fan of texture, so we balanced the soft custard interior of the French toast with a crunchy outside, with spiced cinnamon sugar that lightly melts and caramelizes while searing. That’s how you make perfect French toast!” Diners can enjoy this festive dish at the restaurant’s weekend brunch, or they can try out the recipe at home. A hefty dollop of whipped cream—seasoned with maple syrup and vanilla—adds an essential flourish.
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