Strawberry french toast by Safiye @designerinthekitchen

Pictures: Safiye Ozkan

Welcome to the world of Safiye Ozkan, @designerinthekitchen, where food and design collide in a blend of creativity.

Safiye is a talented designer with her own studio, Atelier Barb, known for its nature-driven and sustainable creations, but beyond her expertise in crafting responsible materials, her passion for food is showcased on her IG account @designerinthekitchen.

While Safiye's profession may lie in the design field, her hobby as a chef and her keen eye for beautiful photography have elevated her to a whole new level of gastronomic artistry.

Safiye shared with us the recipe for her scumptious Strawberry French Toast, a perfect example of fusion of simplicity and refinement that perfectly represents her cooking style!

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Ingredients

Serves: 2 portions

Prepping time: 15 min

Cooking time: 30 min

For the Strawberry Compote:

• 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Tablespoon of honey (adjust to taste)

For the French Toast:

• 4 slices of bread (your choice)

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

• 2 tablespoons butter

Preparation

• Start by making the strawberry compote. In a saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the strawberries release their juices and become slightly softened.

• Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract and honey. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the compote thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

• In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, brown butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.

• Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt, making sure it coats the surface of the pan.

• Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side. Place the soaked bread onto the preheated skillet or griddle.

• Cook the French toast for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat the process with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the pan if needed.

• Once the French toast is ready, serve it warm with a generous spoonful of the prepared strawberry compote on top.