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Grilled French Toast Kebabs

30 minutes, plus overnight for the loaf to stand. Three tricks for perfect results: Use day-old bread, cut each bread cube to include some crust, and soak the skewers.

 

This recipe, and others like it, can be found in the article “These Easy Kebab and Skewer Recipes Are Grilling Staples.”

French toast kebabs (best of 2010)




Photo by Thomas J. Story; food styling by Randy Mon
 1 loaf (1 lb.) day-old pain au levain
 3/4 cup whole milk
 4 large eggs
 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  Melted butter
  Maple or berry syrup
  Powdered sugar (optional)
Step 1
1

Soak 12 wooden skewers (10 to 12 in.) in water to cover for 20 minutes; drain. Meanwhile, heat a grill to medium (350°).

Step 2
2

Cut enough bread into 1-in. chunks, including some crust on each, to make 2 qts; save extra for other uses.

Step 3
3

Whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl to blend. Mix in bread to coat, then thread onto skewers.

Step 4
4

Oil cooking grate, using tongs and an oiled wad of paper towels. Grill skewers, covered, until browned, turning once, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 5
5

Serve with butter and syrup and dust with powdered sugar if you like.

Step 6
6

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories322
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g11%

Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Cholesterol 216mg72%
Sodium 584mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 46g17%

Dietary Fiber 1.8g7%
Protein 17g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.