National French Toast Day

On November 28, we celebrate National French Toast Day—a dish that began as “lost bread,” or pain perdu, when people soaked stale bread in milk and eggs to avoid waste, a practice that dates all the way back to ancient Rome. Over centuries, this simple recipe spread through Europe under many names, from England’s “French toast” to Germany’s “poor knight’s pudding,” eventually becoming the beloved breakfast favorite we enjoy today with syrup, fruit, or any topping we choose. As we celebrate this warm and comforting dish, we also remember the Savior’s promise that He is the Bread of Life, offering us spiritual nourishment far greater than any meal. His invitation to “come and never hunger” continues to bless and guide us in His Story today.

Read the full article here: https://familyschool.org/spotlight/french-toast-5

This episode was created using Notebook LM voice-overs and original research by Rosemary Pollock, historian and published author, who holds an MA in U.S. History and an MA in U.S. History with a focus on the History of Science and Medicine.

Produced by Isaac Okawa with American Heritage Worldwide.