Union Pacific French Toast

2 slices bread 3/4 inch thick
2 eggs
2-3 Tbsp heavy creamButter and Lard
Confectioners sugar.

Trim crusts from bread and cut each slice in half diagonally, making 4 triangular pieces. Soak in well beaten mixture of eggs and cream. Fry until golden brown in a mixture of half butter and half lard in a skillet. Drain well and serve hot, sprinkled with confectioners' sugar. Accompany with butter and syrup, jelly or honey, if desired. Service: Medium platter or dinner plate.Portion: 4 slices to the serving.