Morning Toastaroma—Breakfast for 2
“Morning Toastaroma” is a delightful French breakfast recipe that transforms simple bread into an aromatic morning treat. It features toasted bread, subtly enhanced with a blend of traditional French seasonings, offering a light yet satisfying start to your day. Enjoy the essence of France in every bite.
Do This With That Stuff
- ‘Ensure all ingredients are ready: 4 slices of bread, 2 tsp butter, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- Using the bread knife, cut the slices of bread if they are not pre-sliced
- Place the slices of bread in the toaster and set it to medium toasting level
- While the bread is toasting, take the small bowl and add in it: softened butter, minced garlic (use garlic press for mincing), dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt and black pepper
- Using the butter knife mix these ingredients together until they form a uniform spread
- Once the toast is ready and slightly cooled down spread this mixture evenly on each slice using the butter knife
- Heat up the small frying pan over medium heat and add olive oil to it
- Once oil is heated place the slices of bread with spread side down into the pan
- Cook them for about 2-3 minutes or until they turn golden brown then flip them using spatula to cook other side for another minute or two
- Remove from heat once both sides are toasted well and place them on serving plates using spatula
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over each slice before serving’
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- ‘Add 1 tsp of ground coffee to the spread mixture
- Increase dried rosemary to 1 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp of unsweetened cocoa powder to the spread mixture
- Replace butter with 2 tsp of extra virgin olive oil for a more bitter flavor’
🧂 Salty
- Increase the salt to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp of sea salt flakes for garnish
- Add 2 slices of prosciutto ham
- Replace butter with 2 tsp of salted butter
- Add 1/4 cup grated Gruyère cheese
🍋 Sour
- Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- Add 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar
- Increase minced garlic to 2 cloves
- Replace dried thyme with 1/2 tsp of dried tarragon
- Add a sprinkle of sumac before serving
🌶️ Spicy
- Add 1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper to the butter mixture
- Increase black pepper to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper flakes to the butter mixture
- Add a dash of hot sauce on top before serving
🍬 Sweet
- Add 2 tbsp honey
- Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Replace garlic with 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Replace olive oil with 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Remove dried thyme and dried rosemary
- Add 1/4 cup sliced strawberries for garnish
- Add a dusting of powdered sugar before serving
🍄 Umami
- ‘Add 1 tsp of soy sauce to the butter mixture
- Add 2 tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese to the butter mixture
- Replace dried thyme and rosemary with 1 tsp of dried porcini mushroom powder
- Add 2 slices of prosciutto ham, cooked and crumbled, as a topping before serving’
🍸 Alcoholic
- ‘Champagne: The light, crisp flavors and bubbles can cut through the buttery, herby toast, providing a refreshing contrast
- Chardonnay: Its buttery notes and hints of herbs can complement the similar flavors in the toast
- Kir Royale: This French cocktail made with champagne and blackcurrant liqueur adds a fruity contrast to the savory toast’
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- ‘French Press Coffee: The robust flavor of the coffee complements the savory notes of the toast
- Fresh Orange Juice: The acidity and sweetness of the orange juice provide a refreshing contrast to the rich, herby flavors in the dish
- Herbal Tea (Chamomile or Mint): The soothing herbal notes can balance out the strong garlic and herb flavors in the toast’
🥓 Keto
- ‘Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of keto-friendly bread
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 2 tsp grass-fed butter’
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace butter with 2 tsp of tahini
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped olives
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Replace dried thyme and rosemary with 1 tsp of za’atar spice mix
- Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- Replace parsley with 2 tbsp of chopped fresh mint
🥑 Paleo
- ‘Remove 4 slices of bread
- Add 4 slices of paleo-friendly bread (made with almond flour or coconut flour)
- Remove 2 tsp butter
- Add 2 tsp ghee (clarified butter)’
🐟 Pescatarian
- Add 1 can of tuna in water, drained
- Add 1 tbsp of capers, drained
🌱 Vegan
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 2 tsp vegan butter
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed as the recipe is already vegetarian-friendly.
🥩 Whole30
- Remove 4 slices of bread
- Remove 2 tsp butter
- Add 4 slices of sweet potato, thinly sliced lengthwise
- Add 2 tsp ghee
🧠 Brain Health
- ‘Replace bread with 4 slices of whole grain bread
- Replace butter with 2 tsp of almond butter
- Add 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Add 1 tbsp of chia seeds
- Replace olive oil with 2 tbsp of coconut oil
- Add 1/4 cup of blueberries’
🌾 Celiac Disease
- Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of gluten-free bread
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove garlic
- Remove dried rosemary
- Remove black pepper
- Replace bread with gluten-free bread
- Replace butter with lactose-free margarine
🩸 Diabetes
- Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of whole grain bread
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 1 tsp olive oil
- Remove 1/4 tsp salt
- Increase fresh parsley to 2 tbsp
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of gluten-free bread
🫀 Heart Disease
- ‘Replace butter with 1 tsp of olive oil
- Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of whole grain bread
- Decrease salt to 1/8 tsp
- Add 1/2 avocado, mashed
- Remove olive oil used for frying
- Add cooking spray for pan frying’
❤️ Heart Health
- Replace butter with 2 tsp of avocado oil
- Decrease salt to 1/8 tsp
- Replace bread with 4 slices of whole grain bread
- Add 1 tbsp of ground flaxseed
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- Remove 1/4 tsp salt
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 2 tsp unsalted butter
- Replace 1/4 tsp black pepper with 1/8 tsp black pepper
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced tomatoes
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced cucumbers
🍔 High Cholesterol
- ‘Remove butter
- Replace with 2 tsp of avocado oil
- Increase olive oil to 3 tbsp
- Remove minced garlic
- Add 1/2 tsp of garlic powder’
🦠 Immune System
- ‘Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of whole grain bread
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 2 tsp of almond butter
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced avocado
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced tomatoes
- Replace 1 tbsp fresh parsley with 1 tbsp fresh spinach, chopped’
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Remove 2 tsp butter, softened
- Replace 4 slices of bread with 4 slices of gluten-free bread
- Decrease minced garlic to 1/2 clove
- Remove dried thyme
- Remove dried rosemary
- Decrease salt to 1/8 tsp
- Decrease black pepper to 1/8 tsp
- Replace olive oil with 2 tbsp of coconut oil
💧 Kidney Disease
- ‘Remove salt
- Decrease butter to 1 tsp
- Replace bread with whole wheat bread
- Decrease olive oil to 1 tbsp’
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- Replace 2 tsp butter with 2 tsp lactose-free margarine
🍺 Liver Disease
- Remove butter
- Replace 2 tbsp olive oil with 1 tbsp olive oil
- Remove salt
- Add 1/4 tsp of dried oregano for additional flavor
- Replace bread with whole grain bread
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed
- This recipe is already pregnancy friendly
Beti’s Reflections
Bonjour, mes amis! On a recent culinary adventure through the charming streets of Paris, I stumbled upon a delightful French breakfast recipe that truly captured the essence of France – Morning Toastaroma. This aromatic morning treat was served in a quaint café tucked away in the heart of Montmartre. The tantalizing aroma wafting from the kitchen was simply irresistible, and I knew I had to bring this easy French toast recipe back to TheKitchen.ai for all of you.
Our Morning Toastaroma recipe is perfect for two and is an absolute breeze to whip up. However, do note that it contains gluten and dairy, so it may not be suitable for those with specific dietary restrictions or allergies.
Now let’s talk ingredients! We’re starting with four slices of bread as our canvas. Next up is butter, softened to perfection, ready to mingle with minced garlic – our homage to the classic garlic herb toast breakfast. Dried thyme and rosemary add an earthy depth while salt and black pepper lend a subtle kick. Olive oil gives our toast a beautiful golden hue and fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness.
Ready to cook some French cuisine at home? Start by ensuring all your ingredients are at hand – there’s nothing worse than hunting for that elusive jar of dried rosemary mid-recipe! Once your bread is toasted to medium perfection, you’ll create a homemade morning Toastaroma spread by combining softened butter, minced garlic, dried thyme and rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Spread this aromatic mixture on your toast before pan-frying in olive oil until golden brown on both sides – remember we’re aiming for that perfect garlic herb toast texture here! Finish off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving up your homemade French toast.
And voila! You’ve just whipped up an authentic French Morning Toastaroma right in your own kitchen! This savory French toast recipe idea is sure to impress at your next brunch or even as a surprise breakfast in bed for someone special (wink!). So go ahead – savor the essence of France with every bite of this delightful Morning Toastaroma recipe! Until next time, happy cooking!
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