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Great question! Foods like French toast, which originated as a way to use up stale bread, were indeed peasant in origin, but they did eventually make their way into royal and noble cuisine—often in more refined or luxurious forms.

Origin of French Toast:

The earliest versions date back to ancient Rome (called Pan Dulcis), and in medieval Europe it was known as "pain perdu" (French for "lost bread").

It was a thrifty dish: stale bread soaked in milk and eggs, then fried—perfect for peasants making do with leftovers.


Among Royalty:

Yes, royalty and the wealthy did eat variations of it, especially during the Middle Ages and Renaissance.

The rich would use fine white bread, soak it in cream or wine instead of milk, and cook it in butter, sometimes topping it with sugar, honey, or spices like cinnamon—luxuries unavailable to most peasants.

It was often served as a dessert or part of a banquet course.


Why the crossover?

Medieval and early modern cuisine wasn’t strictly divided by class in terms of types of food—more by quality of ingredients and richness.

Wealthy households had access to similar recipes as peasants, but with access to better ingredients and more elaborate preparation.


Summary:

So yes, peasant-origin dishes like French toast were popular among royalty, but they were often elevated into something more decadent. Royals weren’t above enjoying simple foods—just with a lavish twist.