Dean Brettschneider's cinnamon french toast for 4 people By: Dean Brettschneider Worth getting out of bed for, Dean's decadent french toast only takes minutes to whip up, but looks and tastes like you've been cooking for days. The key is a thick slice of good quality brioche and a fresh tangy lemon curd as the hero. Ingredients 2 Tbsp The lemon curd can be prepared in advance and kept in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. To make the lemon curd, place all the ingredients in a saucepan over low heat and beat rapidly with a whisk, until the consistiency of honey. Be careful not to let the mixture come to a boil. Pass the lemon curd through a sieve and set aside to cool. Chill before using.