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French Cooking: Egg-stuffed Tomatoes Recipe (Tomates Farcies d’Oeuf)
This simple dish is just the kind of thing you might find in charcuteries all over France. It is easy to make at home and makes a delicious starter or a light lunch. SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 10 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 20 minCUISINE: French ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the…
French Style: Omelette with Herbs Recipe (Omelette aux Fines Herbes)
Omelettes are often served as a starter or supper dish in France and fines herbes combined with tangy, delicately soured cream make a simple but delicious filling. SERVES: 1PREP TIME: 10 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME: 15 minCUISINE: French ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 2 eggs…
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms Recipe (Champignons Sauvages a la Bordelaise)
This is a quick dish to prepare and makes an ideal accompaniment to all kinds of roast and grilled meats. Use any combination of wild or cultivated “wild” mushrooms you can find. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 10 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 20 minCUISINE: French ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play…
French Style: Rice Pilaf Recipe (Riz Pilaf)
In France the word pilaf refers to the cooking method of sauteing a food in fat before adding liquid. This method produces perfect rice every time. You will find 2 alternatives at the bottom. You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: Two more recipes for French Rice Pilaf French…
French Food: Celeriac Purée Recipe (Purée de Céleri-rave)
Many chefs add potato to celeriac purée, but this recipe highlights the pure flavour of the vegetable. If you have any leftovers, thin with stock or milk to make a lovely soup! SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 10 minCOOK TIME: 15 minREADY TIME: 25 min You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below:…
French Cuisine: Oven-braised Chicory Recipe (Endives Braisées au Four)
Chicory is often used raw in salads, yet it is delicious cooked, too. Slow-braising accentuates its unique flavour, giving it a rich, slightly bitter-sweet taste —perfect with pork and veal. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 40 minREADY TIME: 55 min You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: INGREDIENTS 55…
Poached Eggs with Spinach Recipe (Oeufs Pochés à la Florentine)
This classic recipe may be served as a starter, but is also excellent for a light lunch or brunch. SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: 30 minREADY TIME: 50 min You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below: INGREDIENTS 30 g/1 oz/2 tbsp butter 450 g/1 lb young spinach leaves 2.5…
French Style: Cauliflower Cheese Recipe (Choufleur au Gratin)
A vegetable gratin is a classic supper dish in French homes. It also makes a great accompaniment to plain roast meat or chicken. If you wish, prepare it in individual gratin dishes. • Servings: 4-6 • Preparation Time: 10 min • Cook Time: 50 min • Ready Time: 1 h • Cuisine: French You may…
French Cuisine: Broccoli Timbales Recipe (Timbales de Brocoli)
This elegant but easy to make dish can be made with almost any pureed vegetable, such as carrot or celeriac. To avoid last-minute fuss, make the timbales a few hours ahead and cook while the first course is being eaten. Or, serve them on their own as a starter with a little white wine butter…
Baked Tomatoes With Garlic Recipe (Tomatoes à la Provençale)
These tomatoes, epitomizing the flavour of Provence, are perfect with roast meat or poultry. You can prepare them a few hours ahead, then cook them while carving the roast. • Servings: 4 • Preparation Time: 15 min • Cook Time: 10 min • Ready Time: 25 min • Cuisine: French INGREDIENTS 2 large tomatoes 45…
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