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THE STRAWBERRY CONVERSATION
In a romantic sense the truth is that I'm not really a flower type of guy. This was made clear to me by my wife earlier today. Deep down, I already knew this. It was not like some sort of epiphany or a sudden realization.
I do the weekly grocery shopping by myself. While shopping I thought that for a special treat I would make my wife my special dessert French Toast when I got home 'cause she is my honey. She loves the way that I make it and looks forward to it. She truly enjoys it that's for sure.
Now, the way I prepare it is a rather involved process. The way that it works is that I cook one side, turn over, spread melted butter and sugar on top and then flip once again and cook to caramelize the top. It makes for a beautiful presentation. Also, I use an egg, nutmeg, vanilla, and half & half mixture to coat the bread. I use a flat grill for cooking and that means that afterward I have to scrub the thing clean. Not at all fun. It is also problematic finding enough counter space to plug the thing in. The truth is, I sorta dread it.
Now, in the store, having thought about it a little more I thought "Why go through all of that bother?" The thing is, my wife loves my French Toast and we've been lacking for several months in that department. So I said to myself "OK, despite the hassle I will do it because I love her". Now, don't get me wrong, I wasn't doing it because I'm some sort of nice guy. I have never made such a claim about myself. I do however strive to be a loving and faithful husband and love requires actions and not words. French Toast and not flowers.
I use the fresh unsliced bakery bread as I prefer larger slices than the standard sliced store bread that is trucked in. I slice it myself to desired thickness. At first glance it looked like that there wasn't any fresh bread on display. I said "Alright, I'm in the clear now!" but as luck would have it there was one loaf left. "Some guys have all the luck. Some guys get all of the breaks". I stuck it in the cart next to the bag of potatoes and the carrots.
Later, with my wife seated at the table with fork, napkin and small glass of OJ on ice I presented her breakfast. Immediately I realized that I forgot to buy the fresh strawberries as a topping. What I do is slice 'em thin and prepare a strawberry glaze. So you can readily see, the whole French Toast process, from shopping, preparation and clean-up is quite an ordeal even sans berries.
My wife said that it was delicious and was not the least bit disappointed that the berries were lacking. She said, "My husband doesn't bring me flowers but he does make his special scrumptious French Toast for me. Oh yeah, he takes out the trash too". In essence, that was the strawberry conversation.
Later, after considerable pondering, I decided I would make French Toast again for her, probably next week. Usually, I use strawberries but to avoid being boring and predictable, I thought that I would use fresh peaches instead for a change of pace as my honey loves those too as well as all manner of fresh fruits. Slice 'em thin, make some sort of peach glaze, ladle of top of the French Toast and top with Redi-Whip. I can assure you that it will be a most beautiful presentation. Exquisite.
The truth is that I'm not the most romantic guy but my honey is most beautiful and exquisite. She is definitely a peach.
In a romantic sense the truth is that I'm not really a flower type of guy. This was made clear to me by my wife earlier today. Deep down, I already knew this. It was not like some sort of epiphany or a sudden realization.
I do the weekly grocery shopping by myself. While shopping I thought that for a special treat I would make my wife my special dessert French Toast when I got home 'cause she is my honey. She loves the way that I make it and looks forward to it. She truly enjoys it that's for sure.
Now, the way I prepare it is a rather involved process. The way that it works is that I cook one side, turn over, spread melted butter and sugar on top and then flip once again and cook to caramelize the top. It makes for a beautiful presentation. Also, I use an egg, nutmeg, vanilla, and half & half mixture to coat the bread. I use a flat grill for cooking and that means that afterward I have to scrub the thing clean. Not at all fun. It is also problematic finding enough counter space to plug the thing in. The truth is, I sorta dread it.
Now, in the store, having thought about it a little more I thought "Why go through all of that bother?" The thing is, my wife loves my French Toast and we've been lacking for several months in that department. So I said to myself "OK, despite the hassle I will do it because I love her". Now, don't get me wrong, I wasn't doing it because I'm some sort of nice guy. I have never made such a claim about myself. I do however strive to be a loving and faithful husband and love requires actions and not words. French Toast and not flowers.
I use the fresh unsliced bakery bread as I prefer larger slices than the standard sliced store bread that is trucked in. I slice it myself to desired thickness. At first glance it looked like that there wasn't any fresh bread on display. I said "Alright, I'm in the clear now!" but as luck would have it there was one loaf left. "Some guys have all the luck. Some guys get all of the breaks". I stuck it in the cart next to the bag of potatoes and the carrots.
Later, with my wife seated at the table with fork, napkin and small glass of OJ on ice I presented her breakfast. Immediately I realized that I forgot to buy the fresh strawberries as a topping. What I do is slice 'em thin and prepare a strawberry glaze. So you can readily see, the whole French Toast process, from shopping, preparation and clean-up is quite an ordeal even sans berries.
My wife said that it was delicious and was not the least bit disappointed that the berries were lacking. She said, "My husband doesn't bring me flowers but he does make his special scrumptious French Toast for me. Oh yeah, he takes out the trash too". In essence, that was the strawberry conversation.
Later, after considerable pondering, I decided I would make French Toast again for her, probably next week. Usually, I use strawberries but to avoid being boring and predictable, I thought that I would use fresh peaches instead for a change of pace as my honey loves those too as well as all manner of fresh fruits. Slice 'em thin, make some sort of peach glaze, ladle of top of the French Toast and top with Redi-Whip. I can assure you that it will be a most beautiful presentation. Exquisite.
The truth is that I'm not the most romantic guy but my honey is most beautiful and exquisite. She is definitely a peach.
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oh dang, I'm hungry now.
let's see if I understand your methood:
you use the fresh from bakery bread
dip into egg mixture
cook one side, flip
cook otherside, and while it's cooking top with melted butter (do you melt before putting on or do you put a dab on allow it to melt in?) and sugar
flip again to let butter/sugar carmalize (this sounds soooooo good!)
plate it and top with fresh fruit slices and glaze?
How do you make your glaze?
You also mentioned having to scrub the flat grill clean, so do you not pre grease it?
let's see if I understand your methood:
you use the fresh from bakery bread
dip into egg mixture
cook one side, flip
cook otherside, and while it's cooking top with melted butter (do you melt before putting on or do you put a dab on allow it to melt in?) and sugar
flip again to let butter/sugar carmalize (this sounds soooooo good!)
plate it and top with fresh fruit slices and glaze?
How do you make your glaze?
You also mentioned having to scrub the flat grill clean, so do you not pre grease it?
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For the glaze I smash some berries, add some sugar and smash again and mix well. Put in microwave for 30 seconds, mix again and then fold the sliced berries in the mixture. Works great for any fruit.
I melt the butter beforehand, probably 1/2 a stick for 4 large pieces maybe an inch thick. For each piece of toast use 1 egg plus one extra egg, so for 4 pieces that is 5 eggs, 1/4 cup half & half or milk, several dashes of nutmeg and a 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla. I pour this in a rectangle cooking dish, add the sliced bread and coat both sides. I use an electric griddle, spread a thin coating of vegetable oil evenly, and set on 350 degrees but a frying pan could be used. Fry for 2 minutes, flip, brush or ladle melted butter evenly, sprinkle a 1/2 teaspoon sugar on each piece, and then flip again to caramelize. Fry an additional minute. Top with glazed berries and enjoy.
I used to cook this for my daughter every Saturday morning for breakfast when she was growing up. Now, she makes French Toast this way for her children. My wife says that when prepared this way it is restaurant quality.
I would say probably 15 minutes total preparation time. You have to scrub the pan or griddle clean because some caramel would be sticking to the surface. A trick I learned about scrubbing pots and pans is to use hot water, add a little Dawn and a fabric softener sheet and let it soak for about 10 or 15 minutes. The pans will scrub clean with ease and with minimal effort.
Making dessert French Toast is well worth the effort. I am sure that you will add an extra ingredient of love in your cooking too. It makes all the difference in the world.
I melt the butter beforehand, probably 1/2 a stick for 4 large pieces maybe an inch thick. For each piece of toast use 1 egg plus one extra egg, so for 4 pieces that is 5 eggs, 1/4 cup half & half or milk, several dashes of nutmeg and a 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla. I pour this in a rectangle cooking dish, add the sliced bread and coat both sides. I use an electric griddle, spread a thin coating of vegetable oil evenly, and set on 350 degrees but a frying pan could be used. Fry for 2 minutes, flip, brush or ladle melted butter evenly, sprinkle a 1/2 teaspoon sugar on each piece, and then flip again to caramelize. Fry an additional minute. Top with glazed berries and enjoy.
I used to cook this for my daughter every Saturday morning for breakfast when she was growing up. Now, she makes French Toast this way for her children. My wife says that when prepared this way it is restaurant quality.
I would say probably 15 minutes total preparation time. You have to scrub the pan or griddle clean because some caramel would be sticking to the surface. A trick I learned about scrubbing pots and pans is to use hot water, add a little Dawn and a fabric softener sheet and let it soak for about 10 or 15 minutes. The pans will scrub clean with ease and with minimal effort.
Making dessert French Toast is well worth the effort. I am sure that you will add an extra ingredient of love in your cooking too. It makes all the difference in the world.
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I'm still learning the romance game too. 
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I made French toast yesterday also... a first for me in many years
It was probably not as delicious as yours, but a bit of a change
from my more regular grilled cheese and fried egg sandwich
It was probably not as delicious as yours, but a bit of a change
from my more regular grilled cheese and fried egg sandwich
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I've always cooked my best when cooking for the people I love. It's true.
Since Ramsey was mentioned... I think Ramsey's truly right about one thing. When you're cooking bad food, (maybe not always, but usually so) it means you lost the passion for cooking, you don't care. When you care, you pay attention. When you pay attention, the food is not undercooked or overcooked, neither bland nor too spicy, you consider what flavors you combine, and you time your cooking so food is fresh and hot to eat.
Since Ramsey was mentioned... I think Ramsey's truly right about one thing. When you're cooking bad food, (maybe not always, but usually so) it means you lost the passion for cooking, you don't care. When you care, you pay attention. When you pay attention, the food is not undercooked or overcooked, neither bland nor too spicy, you consider what flavors you combine, and you time your cooking so food is fresh and hot to eat.
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Well ripened pears would probably be a lovely addition to French toast as well
I just had some pear with yogurt and applesauce mixed together, and it was delish!
I just had some pear with yogurt and applesauce mixed together, and it was delish!
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