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French Toast

Cultural Context

French toast, known as 'pain perdu' in France, translates to 'lost bread,' referring to the use of stale bread. This dish has roots in ancient times, with variations found in many cultures. It is often enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch item, celebrated for its simplicity and versatility.

FrenchFRbreakfast
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
bread
butter
maple syrup
strawberries

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread is more nutritious; stale bread reduces waste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water is a budget-friendly option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener; brown sugar is often cheaper.

1

Place 3 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract into a large mixing bowl.

2

Thoroughly mix the ingredients together in the bowl.

3

Place a skillet on medium heat and add butter, waiting for it to melt.

4

Take a slice of bread and dunk it into the egg mixture.

5

Carefully place the dunked bread onto the hot skillet.

6

Repeat the dunking and placing process for additional slices of bread.

7

Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and serve with maple syrup and strawberries.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingfrying

Equipment Needed

large mixing bowlskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Pain PerduEggy Bread
Local Name: Pain Perdu

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