French Toast made with Brioche
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Makes:  6 slices (3-4 servings)

2/3 c. whole milk, heavy cream, or half-n-half
4 large eggs
2 T. sugar or maple syrup
1 t. vanilla
1/4 t. salt
1/2 t. nutmeg (optional)
6 thick slices brioche (1/2-3/4") -- optionally, you may cut
  each slice on the diagonal, making two triangles from each
  whole slice of bread

Preheat griddle or large cast-iron skillet.

Whisk together cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, salt, and nutmeg in a 
shallow-bottom bowl or casserole dish.  Place sliced bread flat into 
dish, ensuring that each piece lays flat in liquid.  Turn the slices
in the liquid until they are saturated but not falling apart.

Melt 2 T. unsalted butter in preheated griddle or skillet.  Place bread
slices in skillet, ensuring that they are not overcrowded; cook until
the underside is golden brown.  Turn the bread and cook on the second
side until it is golden.  Serve immediately or keep warm in a 200 degree
Fahrenheit oven while you are cooking the rest of the bread slices.

Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.  These are excellent when served
with maple syrup; bacon, ham, or sausages; and fresh fruit.