Almond Eggnog French Toast 6 eggs 1 cup half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons brandy 1/2 cup slivered almonds Confectioners' sugar 8 to 10 slices sesame seed French bread Whisk the eggs together. Add the half-and-half, vanilla extract, brandy and nutmeg. Pour into a shallow baking dish. Lightly dip and coat each bread slice once. Set them aside. Using a covered pan, cook in butter on low to medium heat, 3 1/2 minutes for the first side. Turn over, lightly sprinkle slivered almonds on each slice and cook second side for 3 minutes. Dust lightly with confectioners' sugar just before serving.