Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Whole lowfat milk

1 unit

Egg

1 tsp

Grated lemon zest

1 tsp

Grated orange zest

4 slice

Brioche

Three-inch slices

2 tbsp

Butter

4 slice

Fois gras

Two-oz slices

0.5 cup

Raspberries

0.5 cup

Blueberries

0.5 cup

Blackberries

1 cup

Raspberry coulis

2 tbsp

Balsamic vinegar

1 pinch

Black pepper

Freshly-grnd

1 cup

Caramel sauce

in squeeze bottle

0.5 cup

Powdered sugar

Step 1
~2 min

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lowfat milk, egg, grated lemon zest, and grated orange zest.

Step 2
~2 min

Soak the brioche slices in the milk-egg mixture until saturated.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat butter in a saute/fry pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Pan-fry the soaked brioche slices for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove the French toast from the pan and set aside.

Step 6
~2 min

In the same pan, sear the slices of fois gras for 30 seconds on each side until lightly browned.

Step 7
~2 min

Remove the fois gras from the pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Add raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries to the pan and saute in the remaining fat for a minute.

Step 9
~2 min

Pour in the raspberry coulis, balsamic vinegar, and add black pepper to taste.

Step 10
~2 min

Place the berry sauce in the center of each plate.

Step 11
~2 min

Pile the French toast slices in the center of the sauce.

Step 12
~2 min

Top each serving with a slice of seared fois gras.

Step 13
~2 min

Garnish with caramel sauce from a squeeze bottle and dust with powdered sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality brioche for the best flavor and texture.

Be careful not to overcook the fois gras, as it can become greasy.

Adjust the sweetness of the raspberry coulis to your liking by adding more or less sugar.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The berry coulis can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after cooking.

Accompany with a side of fresh fruit.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crisp bacon
Mixed green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Fois gras is a traditional French delicacy.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Holiday
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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