Best Chocolate French Toast Pain Perdu By Melissa Darabian Recipes

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PAIN PERDU



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from All Recipes Pain Perdu is a special New Orleans-style French Toast. The most tender version is made with wide loaves of French or Italian bread. Its great flavor comes from the orange brandy in the batter."

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 12 slices

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 eggs
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons orange liqueur
1 teaspoon orange zest
12 slices white bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, milk, brandy and orange zest. Beat until thick and foamy.
  • Pour mixture into a shallow pan.
  • Soak bread slices in the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they are thoroughly soaked through.
  • Heat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly spray griddle with cooking spray.
  • Cook the bread slices 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.2, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 78.9, Sodium 162.4, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 9.5, Protein 4.9

CHOCOLATE FRENCH TOAST



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Make and share this Chocolate French Toast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 eggs
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
2 ounces chocolate syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 slices bread
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Mix together eggs, Cocoa, sugar, chocolate Syrup and vanilla.
  • Soak each bread slice in the mixture.
  • Melt butter in a non-stick sauté pan. Fry bread slices until golden brown, turning once (about 2-3 min per side).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.8, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 227.1, Sodium 501, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 16.8, Protein 11

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.

CHOCOLATE FRENCH TOAST (PAIN PERDU)



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This Makes my tummy so happy. It's great for Sunday brunch

Provided by Stacey Exley

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 9

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• pinch kosher salt
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
• 2 eggs
• 6 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into triangles

Steps:

  • 1. In a small pot over low heat, add 1/4 cup cream, milk, sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, vanilla, and salt and bring to a simmer.
  • 2. Put the chocolate into a medium bowl and pour in the cream mixture. Let sit until the chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs and mix until well combined.
  • 3. Grease the baking dish: (9 by 5-inch) with the remaining tablespoon of butter, and it line with the bread slices, overlapping slightly. Pour the chocolate mixture over the bread, making sure to cover the tips. Push the bread down with your fingers to coat the bread completely. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 2 hours.
  • 4. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bake until the custard sets and the bread turns golden at the edges, about 30 minutes. Add the remaining cream to a chilled bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Serve the French toast on individual plates with a dollop of cream.

LOUISIANA STYLE FRENCH TOAST (OR PAIN PERDU)



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I learned how to make this rich, gooey, caramel-ly version of French Toast when I lived in Louisiana. It is very sweet - feel free to decrease the amount of sugar if you wish. There is no milk in this version. If you don't have a good nonstick pan, you may need to grease your pan with some oil or butter rather than the nonstick spray, as the sugar caramelizes and can be a little messy to clean.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large eggs, well beaten or use egg substitutes
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
sliced bread
butter-flavored cooking spray or oil
powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Beat together the eggs,sugar,and vanilla extract.
  • Dip each slice of bread into the batter to coat both sides.
  • Drain off excess batter and cook on a hot griddle that has been first sprayed with nonstick butter flavor spray (or brushed with oil).
  • Brown well on both sides,but don't let burn.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and serve with warm maple syrup on the side.
  • Note: You may use any kind of bread you prefer-however,the softer the bread you use, the soggier it will be (I prefer to use day old challah bread or Italian bread slices).
  • The number of servings will also vary depending upon the size of your bread slices- I usually serve 2-3 slices per person.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.8, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 186, Sodium 71.8, Carbohydrate 67.5, Sugar 67.2, Protein 6.3

5-MINUTE INDIVIDUAL POTATO GRATINS BY MELISSA D'ARABIAN



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I saw Melissa make these on the Next Food Network Star show and wanted to try these for my family. Quicker baking time with the smaller portions. NOTE: I layered the potatoes, cheese, seasonings and onion several times and cooked it closer to an hour in my oven.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Pam cooking spray
2 large russet potatoes, roughly peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup swiss cheese, grated
2 green onions, finely chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Spray 8 muffin tins with vegetable spray.
  • Layer potato slices, cheese, and onions into each muffin cup.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Top each gratin with 1 or 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.
  • Cover with foil.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, removing the foil halfway through cooking time. Invert gratins onto plate and serve.

CAFE GREEN SALAD BY MELISSA D'ARABIAN



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I am really happy she won the Next Food Network Star challenge and really look forward to watching more of her show " Ten Dollar Dinners with Melissa d'Arabian". This is a great recipe that is easy to toss together yet really fresh tasting. Why use bottled dressing when you can do this?

Provided by Sooz Cooks

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 garlic clove, sliced in 1/2
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 dash soy sauce
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups salad greens (mixed, the darker the better, not iceberg)

Steps:

  • Rub the inside of a large wooden bowl with the garlic clove and then either discard it or save it for another use.
  • Put the mustard in the bowl and whisk in the balsamic vinegar and soy sauce (a French secret!) vigorously for about 10 seconds to get a creamy consistency.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Drizzle in the olive oil as slowly as possible with 1 hand while whisking as quickly as possible with the other hand to emulsify.
  • Lay the salad greens on top of the dressing and toss just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 34.8, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1, Protein 0.9

CHOCOLATE FRENCH TOAST (PAIN PERDU) BY MELISSA D'ARABIAN



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Saw this on "Ten Dollars Meals" and posting for safe keeping and will probably be making for Valentines Day morning.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup butter, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch kosher salt
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or 1/2 cup chopped chocolate
2 eggs
6 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into triangles

Steps:

  • Special equipment: 9 by 5-inch baking dish.
  • In a small pot over low heat, add 1/4 cup cream, milk, sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, vanilla, and salt and bring to a simmer. Put the chocolate into a medium bowl and pour in the cream mixture. Let sit until the chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs and mix until well combined. Grease the baking dish with the remaining tablespoon of butter, and it line with the bread slices, overlapping slightly. Pour the chocolate mixture over the bread, making sure to cover the tips. Push the bread down with your fingers to coat the bread completely. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 2 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Bake until the custard sets and the bread turns golden at the edges, about 30 minutes.
  • Add the remaining cream to a chilled bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Serve the French toast on individual plates with a dollop of cream.

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