Ham and Cheese Baguette Toast

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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) milk
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
  • 12 diagonal slices (1 inch/2.5 cm thick) baguette
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
  • 4 oz (113 g) shaved Black Forest ham
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) shaved Parmesan cheese, or shredded Swiss cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, basil, salt and pepper; dip bread into egg mixture to coat.

Step 2

In large nonstick skillet, melt half of the butter over medium heat; fry half of the bread, turning once, until puffed and golden, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining butter and bread. Arrange on rimmed baking sheet.

Step 3

Divide ham over bread; top with cheese. Broil until bubbly and melted, about 2 minutes.