Basil Zucchini Toast Recipes

ZUCCHINI BREAD FRENCH TOAST WITH BASIL MAPLE SYRUP

Steps:

• For the basil maple syrup: In a saucepan, bring the maple syrup and basil leaves to a simmer. Set aside to steep for 5 minutes, and then strain out the basil leaves.
• For the French toast: Whisk together the cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and eggs in a bowl and pour into a shallow baking dish. Add the zucchini bread slices and allow to sit for 30 seconds on each side.
• Heat the butter in a large pan or griddle until it begins to froth. Add the zucchini bread slices and cook until browned and caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
• Divide the French toast among plates and top with confectioners' sugar. Serve with the warm basil maple syrup.

BASIL ZUCCHINI TOAST

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375°.
• Remove the crusts from the bread and press the slices into the cups of a muffin pan. Brush well with melted butter.
• Beat the eggs well in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in the milk. Add the onion, zucchini, cheese, breadcrumbs basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
• Carefully spoon the egg mixture into the bread cases. Sprinkle with the paprika and Parmesan cheese. Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes OR until set and golden. Keep a close eye on it.
• Turn off the oven, but leave the toasts to cool for 10 minutes before transferring them to a serving platter. Garnish each with a fresh basil leaf before serving.

BASIL GARLIC TOAST

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• Place bread cut sides up on baking sheet. Process basil in food processor or blender until finely chopped. Add butter, oil, cheese, and garlic; process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread basil butter evenly over each bread half.
• Bake until golden, 10-12 minutes. Cut bread into 4-inch lengths and serve hot.