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+# Classic French Toast Recipe
+
+## Ingredients
+- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
+- 3/4 cup whole milk or half-and-half
+- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
+- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or 3 tablespoons for less sweetness)
+- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
+- 1 to 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
+- 1 teaspoon high-quality vanilla extract
+- 8 slices of thick brioche or challah bread (day-old preferred)
+- Butter (for greasing)
+
+## Instructions
+1. **Preparation**: Preheat a griddle to 350 degrees F or heat a skillet over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter.
+2. **Batter Making**:
+    a. For blending method: Place eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract into a blender. Start on a low setting and increase to medium, blending for 10-15 seconds until smooth. 
+    b. For manual method: In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk. In a separate bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add dry ingredients to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
+3. **Dipping**: Dip each bread slice into the batter, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
+4. **Cooking**: Place the bread on the griddle or skillet. Cook until the bottom is golden brown (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and cook the other side.
+5. **Serving**: Serve the French toast warm with toppings like maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
+
+## Cook's Notes
+- **Bread Choice**: Brioche or challah bread is preferred for its rich flavor. Day-old bread is ideal for soaking up the batter.
+- **Milk Options**: Whole milk or half-and-half enriches the batter. A splash of heavy cream can be added for extra luxury.
+- **Flour Tip**: If using the manual method, sifting the flour can help prevent clumps for a smoother batter. When using a blender, sifting is less critical as the blender will effectively remove lumps.