PAIN PERDU (LOST BREAD FROM LOUISIANA)

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Set the bread to soaking before you go to bed and bake the dish of French toast first thing in the morning. From "Screen Doors and Sweet Tea."

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cane syrup or 1/2 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
10 slices French bread (1-inch thick)
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, syrup, and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
  • Pour the syrup evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish. Arrange the bread slices in the dish on top of the syrup mixture. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt. Pour the mixture over the bread slices. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°. Uncover the dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the French toast is lightly browned and slightly puffed. Serve hot.

Jubair mishu
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover bread and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Noor Zunaira
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


David Franck
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This was my first time making pain perdu and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. I served it with fresh fruit and whipped cream.


Suko Zwane
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Buick Regal
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


Rampukar Safi
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I made this recipe for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Parvez Mia
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This was a great recipe. The bread was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The custard was also very flavorful.


Harley Durham
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I love that this recipe uses up leftover bread. It's a great way to reduce food waste.


Az Za
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Maham amin
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always been a success. The bread is always crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard is always rich and flavorful.


Maya Stray
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I made it for my family and they loved it.


Betthany Cole (NaturesSlave)
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover bread and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emran Emranhusin
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The bread is so fluffy and the custard is so creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Rosid Khan
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This was my first time making pain perdu and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. I served it with fresh fruit and whipped cream.


kimberly schlievert
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover bread.


City Style
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The bread was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.