Okay FTFC fam, I promise that not all of my posts will be breakfast items. I'm just going one by one through items I already have pictures of first. I'm already getting requests for certain dessert recipes, so we may be in the bread family for a little while.
Cinna-Oat Pancakes (makes 6-10 pancakes)
cooking spray or a tab of butter
1 cup of all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
2tbsp white granulated sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 cup whole grain oats
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp white vinegar
3/4 cup milk
The last 3 ingredients can be substituted for a cup of buttermilk
You can combine the vinegar and milk and let it set about 10 minutes to sour. Then add the melted butter and whisk it together. (Or you could just use a cup of buttermilk if you readily have it. I don't always have buttermilk just hanging out in my fridge.) Add egg and vanilla. Separately mix the dry ingredients: flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cinnamon, oats. Whisk the wet and dry ingredients until there are no lumps.
In a skillet heated to medium that's either sprayed with non-stick spray or coated with melted butter, spoon the batter in to your desired pancake size. When the edges and golden and it's bubbled up, it's time to flip. When both sides are golden, remove from the pan. Repeat until you've used all the batter.
I personally prefer 2 strips of crispy bacon with my 2 butter-and-syrup topped pancakes. (Sorry pigs!) You have it with whatever you like.
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Happy 2013! So, I kind of left this page for a bit (more like a year). But it's 2013 I'm back on it now. And I will remain faithful and consistent this time. :) Promise. As soon as I gather all my photos and recipes, I'll post on a regular basis as well as sharing any little adventures that I have. I felt that since the blog is called French Toast and Fried chicken, my first recipe post should be just that. French Toast at least. Here goes. If you try it, be sure to let me know what you think.
6 slices of your favorite bread (I use sourdough or honey wheat. It doesn't matter much really, as long as it's a bread you like.)
1 1/2 cup of milk
1 egg
1tsp vanilla
2 tbsp white granulated sugar
1 tbsp light brown sugar
1 tsp imitation brandy
1/2 tbsp cinnamon
non-stick spray
a sprinkling of orange zest if available
1/2 tsp nutmeg
optional: powdered sugar or syrup or your favorite fruit and whipped topping for toppings
Heat non-stick sprayed skillet to med-low heat. In a bowl whisk together the milk and egg. Add white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, brandy, cinnamon, orange zest. This mixture should smell like a cold vanilla milkshake. If it doesn't, you may need to add another 1/2 tsp of flavor. You can cut your bread slices in strips or triangles, however you want, or not at all. Dip the bread in the batter. Place the bread in the skillet. When one side is golden brown, flip it. When both sides are golden brown, remove from the pan.
When all is said and done, it doesn't hurt to sprinkle it with cinnamon and powdered sugar. Or you could go the traditional route with syrup; to which I suggest you pair it with your favorite fried chicken for dinner. It's also great with peaches and whipped cream. The options are endless. Whatever floats your boat. Happy eating.
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