Mix eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and salt together in a mixing bowl.
Transfer to a plate or a shallow dish. Soak each piece of bread for about one minute on each side.
Preheat a saute pan over medium heat for one to two minutes.
Swirl butter or oil in the pan and add two to three soaked pieces of French toast to the pan as they will fit. They should not be too crowded; fit them without touching.
Cook for two to three minutes until a slight to dark color crust is formed, then flip and repeat. The second side might need a little more oil added and may not take as long as the first side to get the desired color.
Remove from the pan, place on a plate, dress with desired toppings and serve to your eager guests.