Pain Perdu

Ingredients

• 4 thick slices of stale bread
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup of powdered sugar

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla extract.
2. Dip the stale bread slices into the egg mixture until they are completely coated.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Place the coated bread slices into the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 3 minutes per side.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
6. Drizzle the vanilla sauce over the French toast and serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Pain Perdu is French for "lost bread”, referring to the use of stale bread in the dish.
• The dish is also known as "eggy bread" or "gypsy toast" in some countries.
• In France, Pain Perdu is traditionally served with a sprinkle of sugar.