French Cuisine
French gastronomy has become a world famous and respected cuisine over the years. Each region in France has its own distinctive dishes and regional ingredients which together with wine and cheese play a very important role in the overall national French cuisine.
French cuisine excels in the use of seasonal products and fresh herbs as well as the making of delicious stews and also world famous sauces. All of this is made with famous French cooking techniques that have been developed over the years.
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French Niçoise Salad
This French Niçoise salad is a classic salad from the city of Nice, in the south of France, that is surprisingly easy to put together. With its vibrant colors and bold Mediterranean flavors, it's one of those dishes that looks impressive on the table and is perfect as...
Roasted Butternut Squash Brie Bites
These roasted butternut squash brie bites make an elegant starter or delicious appetizer for any occasion. Tender roasted butternut, creamy melted brie cheese, crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of honey or cranberry jam make each bite irresistible. Serve these sweet...
French Celeriac Remoulade (Celery Root Salad)
French celeriac remoulade or céleri rémoulade as it's known in France, is a classic French salad that is tangy, light and full of flavor. Crisp julienned celeriac and crunchy cornichons are tossed in a creamy Dijon mustard dressing for a refreshing and flavorful taste...
Sautéed Radish Greens with Garlic and Onion
Sautéed radish greens are a quick and easy way to turn radish tops into a delicious side dish. These leafy greens are often overlooked, but when cooked with garlic and onion, they become tender, flavorful and perfect alongside any meal. So next time, don't toss those...
Parsley Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a true classic, and these parsley mashed potatoes offer a vibrant, flavorful twist on the traditional dish. Infused with the fresh aroma of parsley, this creamy and comforting side dish lifts the entire meal. They are delicious and very easy to...
Normandy Pork Chops with Apples and Cider
This pork chops with apples recipe is inspired by the beautiful and delicious flavors of Normandy, a region in northern France famous for its cider, apples and rich cuisine. It's a sweet and savory dish where the pork chops are first pan seared and then simmered in a...
Leek and potato soup (Potage Parmentier)
This leek and potato soup recipe is a classic French dish that is thick, creamy, velvety and incredibly satisfying. A bowl of goodness that is easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. Potato leek soup can easily be served as an appetizer or a stand alone lunch...
Cauliflower and chestnut soup
This cauliflower and chestnut soup is such a deliciously rich and creamy bowl of comfort food, and this without adding any cream. It is packed with the nutty, earthy and sweet flavors of roasted chestnuts which is then combined with cauliflower, garlic, onion and...
Smoked salmon tartare
This smoked salmon tartare recipe is an elegant, light and pleasant seafood dish. Delicate yet delicious, it is perfect to serve as a scrumptious appetizer or vibrant starter during a formal or festive meal. It's very quick and easy to prepare by combining smoked...
Chicken Normandy – French Apple Cider Chicken
Chicken Normandy or Chicken à la Normande is a traditional French casserole dish. Chicken is browned and slowly braised to perfection in a creamy apple cider sauce which is then finished off with caramelised apple wedges. This apple cider chicken is a classic French...
Traditional ratatouille recipe
Ratatouille is a French vegetable stew made with fresh summer vegetables and flavored with Mediterranean herbs. This traditional ratatouille recipe is a bright and colorful dish, packed with flavor and which immediately makes you think of the south of France. Side...
How to cook mussels mariniere
Mussels marinières is a delicious classic mussels recipe. Steaming the mussels with onions, garlic and celery gives this dish its subtle yet delicate taste, which is rather sweet and soft with a hint of ocean flavor. Moules marinières or steamed mussels is considered...
French tartiflette recipe – Easy cheesy potato casserole
This French tartiflette recipe blends potatoes, bacon, onions and gooey Reblochon cheese into a delicious potato casserole dish. This is French comfort food at its best, very easy to make with just a few ingredients. What is tartiflette savoyard? Tartiflette is a...
