This is a lighter alternative to pumpkin pie. I have not doubled this recipe, so I don't know how that would turn out, but I'd like to know if someone does.
This is an old French recipe that was passed down from my great-grandmother to my mother and to myself and my family. Many people think that this has to do with fish or sea food when they see the name,...
I love the blend of herbes de Provence, honey, lemon, and lavender. The acidity of the lemon perfectly balances the sweetness of the honey. This dish is always a hit and all five of my children cheer when...
This pork recipe is a staple in our house. It is easy to prepare and is quite tasty! I like to serve this dish with steamed broccoli with hollandaise sauce.
The texture of this French dessert is between a custard and a cake. Blueberries are used in this version although cherries are the traditional choice, but almost any berry or stone fruit would work.
These elegant packets look complicated, yet are quite simple to prepare. A seasoned salmon fillet is placed onto asparagus spears and wrapped in parchment paper using a French cooking method known as 'en...
Here's an exotic, gourmet dish that will impress everyone. Fennel and shellfish are steamed with an herbed saffron broth, and served along with seared sea bass fillets. It takes some effort to prepare,...
Fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a touch of wine combine to make a light yet distinctive sauce for sauteed sea scallops with tiny shrimp. This quick-to-prepare main dish has an agreeable lightness, accompanied...
My wife and I had this entree in Paris, France. It was so good that we had to order another one. The French people sure know how to cook. It is like a pizza, but 1 million times better!
Fresh peaches and strawberries are sweetened with orange juice and brown sugar to make a refreshing summertime treat. This simple sorbet recipe requires an ice cream maker.
Delicious variation on coq au vin, made with an entire bottle of Riesling, a dry white wine. A friend of mine introduced me to this delicious and easy dish.
Presenting this gorgeous Grand Marnier souffle to your sweetheart at the end of a romantic dinner would certainly impress. This is a show-stopping dessert for special occasions.
I found this savory loaf recipe in the Alsace region of France. It is wonderfully moist, and because of the density of the veggie mixture, it doesn't rise too much. So be sure to pour all of the batter...
Succulent duck breasts, butter, apples and calvados - just four ingredients make up this fabulous dish. I just made this recipe tonight and it was so good... I had my husband's seal of approval who could...
Stuffed tomatoes is a popular cold-weather recipe in northern and eastern France. Traditionally, pork or a combination of pork and beef is used, but due to dietary restrictions we just use beef. Serve...
A creamy mushroom chicken bake, with the delicate flavors of sour cream, sherry and paprika. As tender and flavorful as Paris in the Spring. Well, almost. Viva La Poulet Parisienne! Serve over a platter...
My French grandmother always made a chestnut yule log or "buche de Noel au marron" every Christmas. Here is a recipe for the delicious chestnut cream filling. I had trouble finding a recipe for this filling,...
Very rich chocolate mousse over a rich chocolate cake layer and topped with chocolate ganache sauce and chopped nuts. Great for special occasions. This cake takes TIME to make, and TIME to set. It's worth...
Traveling through France, I sampled all I could in French cuisine. There were many delightful meals, but my favorite was Coq Au Vin. When I returned to the states, I began my quest to recreate that wonderful...
This is a very traditional French cake, probably one of the only cakes French people actually bake. I got this from my sister who lived in France for a while. It is great with afternoon tea or even brunch....
These elegant cookies are crispy and delicious. You can dress them up for special occasions by drizzling with melted chocolate. They are also low in fat.
My take on the classic French dish. I loved to experiment and didn't follow a recipe. I know the main idea was braising chicken in wine, and you need to flavor to your tastes. Thyme and rosemary always...
French Vanilla Slices are called 'Mille-feuilles' and are made with puff pastry sandwiched together with jam, cream, or confectioners' custard. They can be dusted with confectioners' sugar or iced with...
Very rich and creamy white wine and cheese sauce on chicken breasts. Wonderful family-favorite we have for Christmas dinner every year. Serve over cooked white rice.
Chocolate lined ramekins filled with absolutely sinful creme brulee. Top with fresh berries when in season. Perfect for that special dinner, but easy enough to make everyday!
This can be used as a filling for coffeecake, Danish pastries, croissants, or mixed with fruit for pies. It can also be used plain as a tart filling. If you measure by weight, each ingredient is used in...
Crisp on the outside, softer in the middle, and coated with creamy chocolate ganache. These French-influenced cookies have a meringue-and-confectioners'-sugar base with peppermint flavoring and peppermint...
This one pan dish is actually fairly easy to make and has a French and Mediterranean feel to it. Any store bought olive tapenade will do, but for the blue cheese, I recommend the famous Maytag blue, from...