Pain Perdu, meaning “lost bread,” is the original French toast, made by soaking day-old bread slices in a mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla, then pan-frying them in butter until golden and crisp outside, custardy inside. Traditionally created to avoid wasting stale bread, Pain Perdu is now a cherished breakfast or dessert dish, often topped with powdered sugar, jam, fresh fruit, or syrup. It originated in northern France and remains a favorite in bistros, home kitchens, and brunch menus.

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