French Toast Sandwiches

Ingredients

4 eggs
2/3 cup (150 mL) milk
1 tsp (5 mL) dried basil
1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
pinch salt
8 slices 3/4 inch(2 cm) thick Italian bread
1 tbsp (15 mL) dijon mustard
4 oz (125 g) fontina or swiss cheese, thinly sliced
2 tsp (10 mL) butter

Directions

In large shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, basil, pepper and salt; set aside. Spread 4 of the bread slices with mustard, top with cheese. Sandwich with remaining bread. Dip into egg mixture, turning to soak well.

In large non stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook sandwiches, turning once, for about 6 minutes or until browned and cheese is melted.

Makes: 4 servings

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 6 minutes

Nutrients per serving:

Calories: 392
Protein: 21 g
Carbohydrate: 37 g
Fat: 17 g