Torrijas

Steps

1. Step 1

   Finely grate the zest of 1 medium orange (about 2 teaspoons) and 1 medium lemon (about 1 teaspoon) into a medium saucepan. Add 1 quart whole milk, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick.

2. Step 2

   Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat and add 1/3 cup dry sherry.

3. Step 3

   Let sit until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile, cut 1 (12-ounce) day-old baguette crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices (about 16).

4. Step 4

   Arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour the milk mixture over the bread and let it soak for 5 minutes.

   5 min

5. Step 5

   Flip each slice of bread. Let the bread sit until it absorbs most of the liquid but isn't falling apart, about 5 minutes more.

   5 min

6. Step 6

   Heat 1 cup olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Meanwhile, whisk 4 eggs together in a medium bowl.

7. Step 7

   Working with 1 slice at a time, dip the bread in the egg mixture to coat. Let the excess drip off, then add to the pan.

8. Step 8

   Repeat with as many slices as needed until the pan is filled with a single layer. Fry until golden-brown on the bottom, about 4 minutes.

   4 min

9. Step 9

   Flip the slices and fry until the second side until golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes more. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet.

   4 min

10. Step 10

    Repeat dipping and frying the remaining bread. Drizzle with honey to serve.