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In the US, "eggy bread" is known as French toast and it is almost
exclusively a breakfast item. The British are more likely to add a
savory or sweet filling and are happy to serve it at just about any
time of day. This savory version makes an excellent appetizer,
mid-morning, or late-night snack.

Eggy Bread with Cheese

3 eggs
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
3 Tbs (45 ml) chopped fresh herbs such as parsley,
chives, chervil, or basil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 slices bread, crusts trimmed
4 slices Cheddar cheese
About 2 Tbs (30 ml) butter

Whisk together the eggs, milk, herbs, salt, and pepper and place
the mixture in a shallow pan or pie plate. Make sandwiches with
the bread and cheese and slice each in half diagonally. Dip both
sides of the sandwiches in the egg mixture and fry in the butter in
a large skillet over moderate heat until golden brown on both sides.
Serve immediately. Serves 2 to 4.

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