Country Ham French Toast

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 c. whole milk
• 1 c. half-and-half
• 1 1/2 tbsp. pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
• 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
• Kosher salt
• Unsalted butter, for griddle
• 8 thin slices of country ham
• 8 slices Texas toast-style-bread

Directions:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, half-and-half, maple syrup, vanilla, nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• Melt butter in a griddle or big nonstick skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, place one slice of ham on the griddle. Dip 1 slice of bread into the egg mixture quickly, then lay on top of the ham. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
• Serve warm with maple syrup alongside.