Big Mac French Toast

Ingredients:

For the French Toast:

• 4 slices of thick bread (Texas toast or brioche works well)
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)

For the Big Mac Filling:

• 1/2 lb ground beef
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped iceberg lettuce
• 1/4 cup chopped pickles
• 1/4 cup chopped onions (optional)

For the Special Sauce:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Special Sauce

1. Mix the Ingredients:

• In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sweet pickle relish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt.
• Stir until smooth and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef

1. Season and Cook:

• In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through.
• Drain any excess grease and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the French Toast

1. Whisk the Egg Mixture:

• In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

1. Dip and Cook:

• Heat butter in a large skillet over

medium heat. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides.

3. Cook the French Toast:

• Place the soaked bread slices into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4: Assemble the Big Mac French Toast

1. Layer the Ingredients:

• Take one slice of French toast and spread a layer of the special sauce on top.
• Add a layer of the cooked ground beef, followed by a slice of cheddar cheese.
• Sprinkle with chopped lettuce, pickles, and onions (if using).

1. Top It Off:

• Spread a little more sauce on a second slice of French toast and place it on top of the filling, sandwich-style.

1. Melt the Cheese:

• If desired, return the assembled sandwich to the skillet for a minute to melt the cheese further.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

• Cut the Big Mac French Toast in half and serve with extra special sauce on the side for dipping.

This savory and indulgent Big Mac French Toast combines the best of both worlds — the flavors of a classic burger and the rich texture of French toast!