Torrijas

Steps in our own plain words.

1. 1

   Finely grate your zest of 1 medium orange (around 2 teaspoons) and 1 medium lemon (around 1 teaspoon) into a medium pot.

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   Add 1, ⅔ cup granulated sugar and 5 cups whole milk (3-inch) cinnamon stick.

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   Bring to a boil over medium heat.

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   Remove the pan from the heat.

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   Add ½ cup dry sherry.

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   Let sit until cool enough to handle.

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   While that cooks, cut 1 (12-ounce) -old baguette crosswise in 1-inch-thick slices (about 16).

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   Arrange in single layer on a rimmed sheet pan.

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   Pour the milk mixture over the bread.

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    Let it soak for 5 minutes.

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    Flip each slice of bread.

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    Let the bread sit till it absorbs most of your liquid but isn't falling apart, around 5 minutes more.

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    Heat 1 ¼ cups olive oil in a big frying pan over medium-high heat till shimmering.

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    While that cooks, whisk 5 eggs together in medium bowl.

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    Working with 1 slice each time, dip the bread in the egg mix to coat.

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    Let the excess drip off.

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    Add to the pan.

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    Repeat with as many slices if needed till your pan is filled with a single layer.

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    Fry till golden-brown on the bottom, around 4 minutes.

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    Flip the slices.

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    Fry till the second side till golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes more.

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    Move to a paper towel-lined plate or sheet pan.

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    Repeat dipping and frying the remaining bread.

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    Drizzle with honey to serve.