FABULOUS FRENCH DISHES

Fabulous French Dishes

  • Spice Bread (Pain d'épices)
    Spice Bread (Pain d'épices)
    Pain d'épice (Spice Bread) is a Christmas favourite in France. It's very similar to a gingerbread loaf, though there are more spices involved.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Cassoulet
    Cassoulet
    Cassoulet is a rich, slow-cooked bean stew or casserole of peasant origins from the south of France. Typically, it contains pork sausages & pork loin.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours
  • Chicken in a Salt Crust - Poulet a l'ail en Croute de Sel
    Chicken in a Salt Crust - Poulet a l'ail en Croute de Sel
    The French name for this is "Poulet a l'ail et aux Fines Herbes en croute de Sel Parfumée" - Chicken in Garlic and Herbs with a crust of Perfumed Salt
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Chicken with Garlic Cloves
    Chicken with Garlic Cloves
    You will no doubt be surprised to see that 25 cloves of garlic (about 4 complete heads of garlic) are used for Chicken with Garlic Cloves.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 35 Minutes
  • Stuffed Pork with Redcurrant Sauce
    Stuffed Pork with Redcurrant Sauce
    This recipe for Stuffed Pork with Redcurrant Sauce (called, in French, "Porc Farci aux Pruneaux") makes use of prunes and raisins for the stuffing
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 40 Minutes
  • Stuffed Shoulder of Lamb
    Stuffed Shoulder of Lamb
    I ran out of compliments when first I tasted Stuffed Shoulder of Lambat a friend's house just outside Paris. This is really delicious.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Stuffed Tomatoes
    Stuffed Tomatoes
    Tomatoes are extremely versatile creatures. They can be eaten hot or cold, on their own or as an accompaniment to other dishes.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Citrus Parfait
    Citrus Parfait
    Citrus Parfait is one of our favourite desserts for three very good reasons... (1) it's dead easy to make (2) it tastes great (3) our guests love it!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Confit de Canard (Duck Confit)
    Confit de Canard (Duck Confit)
    Confit de Canard (Duck Confit) is one of our absolute favourites and, whenever we serve it to non-French guests, they fall in love with it too.
    Preparation: 1 Hour
    Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Coq au Vin de Bourgogne (Chicken in Red Wine)
    Coq au Vin de Bourgogne (Chicken in Red Wine)
    I've seen lots of different 'versions' of Coq au Vin de Bourgogne and most of them should have been ashamed to call themselves by that name!
    Preparation: 25 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce
    Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce
    Cubes of Veal with Spicebread Sauce, accompanied by Cauliflower-Cheese - it's truly delicious and to die for!
    Preparation: 40 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Daube Provençale
    Daube Provençale
    If ever there was an underrated "stew", Daube Provençale is it! Daube is tender and carries the exquisite taste and aromas of the Mediterranean
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Hours
  • Duck Pâté (Pâté de Canard)
    Duck Pâté (Pâté de Canard)
    Whether for a party, a picnic or a great snack or starter this firm pâté keeps well in the fridge for several days and is hard to resist.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours
  • Egg Pancakes (Crêpes)
    Egg Pancakes (Crêpes)
    The use of thin savoury pancakes to hold a variety of fillings is of French Origin where they are called crêpes (pronounced "krep")
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    In this recipe for Eggs in Tarragon Jelly, the tarragon imparts a mild but distinctive flavour to the consommé.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Tapenade
    Tapenade
    Tapenade is a Provençal dish from France consisting of puréed or finely chopped olives, capers, anchovies, olive oil and, in this recipe, some brandy
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Tartiflette
    Tartiflette
    Tartiflette is one of those traditional French peasant dishes that stands out for taste and simplicity. The taste comes mostly from the Reblochon
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Tasty Tarragon Leeks
    Tasty Tarragon Leeks
    Tasty Tarragon Leeks proves that good food is usually very simple but full of flavour. I have often stated that this is the art of French cuisine.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Filet Mignon with Honey and Ginger (Tenderloin of Pork)
    Filet Mignon with Honey and Ginger (Tenderloin of Pork)
    Filet Mignon (tenderloin of pork) with Honey and Ginger has a sublime taste and will leave your guests screaming for more!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Fillet Steak en Croûte
    Fillet Steak en Croûte
    Fillet Steak en Croûte (in pastry) is exactly that - a steak wrapped in a pastry crust - and it looks good and tastes good.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Five Hour Confit of Lamb
    Five Hour Confit of Lamb
    Five Hour Confit of Lamb is not just mouth-wateringly delicious, it's also perfect for when you are entertaining. Simply prepare in advance!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Hours
  • Foie Gras Escalopes on Spice Bread
    Foie Gras Escalopes on Spice Bread
    This recipe for Foie Gras on Spice Bread (escalope de foie gras au pain d'Épice) is quick and easy and very, very, very tasty!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Escalopes of Foie Gras with Dates and Pears relies on the rich, buttery, and delicate falvours of fresh (uncooked) foie gras.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • French Onion Soup
    French Onion Soup
    French Onion Soup is one of 'the classics' with a well deserved reputation. In this recipe, I mostly follow the traditional French method.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • French Style Peas
    French Style Peas
    Once you've tasted it, French Style Peas will become a regular in your culinary repertoire! You will be forever grateful to the French for sharing!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Grenadin de Veau Gratiné
    Grenadin de Veau Gratiné
    In cookery, a grenadin is a larded fillet, especially one of veal or poultry, glazed with its own concentrated liquor.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Ham and Cheese Pancakes (Crêpes)
    Ham and Cheese Pancakes (Crêpes)
    The use of thin savoury pancakes to hold a variety of fillings is of French Origin where they are called crêpes.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling is a somewhat decadent way of mixing cheese and fruit, but it's very, very more-ish when served with crusty bread.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Tournedos Rossini
    Tournedos Rossini
    This is the 'traditional' Tournedos Rossini recipe with foie gras on top of the steak. It is one of the great classic dishes of the world.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Fillet Steaks in Madeira Sauce (Simple Tournedos Rossini)
    Fillet Steaks in Madeira Sauce (Simple Tournedos Rossini)
    Fillet Steaks in Madeira Sauce is a simplified (and less expensive) version of the classic French dish, Tournedos Rossini.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Trio of Scallops
    Trio of Scallops
    a Trio of Scallops is a simple and very effective starter course or you can extend the choice to make it a "quad" of scallops. Absolutely stunning!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup is unpretentious but easy to make and always welcome on a cold winter's day.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour
  • Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    I admit that Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad is somewhat decadent and exotic but lobster and truffles are a match made in heaven.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine is a speciality of North-Western France. Washed down with a glass of fresh Muscadet, there's nothing to beat it.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Vichyssoise
    Vichyssoise
    The concept of Vichyssoise is simple; cook some leek and potato soup, stir in cream, cool the soup quickly and serve. And who am I to argue with that?
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Mushroom and Garlic Pancakes (Crêpes)
    Mushroom and Garlic Pancakes (Crêpes)
    The use of thin savoury pancakes to hold a variety of fillings is of French Origin where they are called crêpes.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Pheasant Casseroled with Port (Faisan en Casserole)
    Pheasant Casseroled with Port (Faisan en Casserole)
    Pheasant can be a tricky bird to get just right. It's a game bird, but nowhere near as gamey as goose or pigeon (for example).
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Piperade
    Piperade
    Piperade (pronounced "pip-eh-rad") is a typical Basque dish from the south west of France, prepared with onion, green peppers, and tomatoes.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Pork with Green Lentils (Petit Salé aux Lentilles)
    Pork with Green Lentils (Petit Salé aux Lentilles)
    This is traditional French cooking - the sort you'd come across in any country family. The meat and lentils are cooked, together with the vegetables.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Profiteroles in Caramel
    Profiteroles in Caramel
    If you're not a fan of hot chocolate sauce, Profiteroles in Caramel are a great alternative to Chocolate Profiteroles. AND they just melt in the mouth
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Rabbit with Mustard (Lapin à la Moutarde)
    Rabbit with Mustard (Lapin à la Moutarde)
    Rabbit with Mustard is one of the great traditional dishes of French cooking that came from the countryside peasant recipes of long ago.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Ratatouille
    Ratatouille
    Ratatouille (pronounced rat-a-too-ee) is a mixture of vegetables that go well with a light meal. It relies upon aubergine for its distinctive flavour
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Rillettes de Porc
    Rillettes de Porc
    Rillettes de Porc (pronounced "ree-et-der-por") is very French and very tasty! If you're on a strict diet, maybe choose something different though!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 4 Hours
  • Roasted Garlic and Peppers Poussin
    Roasted Garlic and Peppers Poussin
    Roasted Garlic and Peppers Poussin uses half a poussin per person. A poussin is a small, immature chicken, sometimes called a spring chicken.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Salade des Gourmets
    Salade des Gourmets
    A gourmet is an individual with a highly refined discerning palate who revels in the enjoyment of good food. This salad was created for such a person!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Salade Niçoise
    Salade Niçoise
    The original version of Salade Niçoise always included raw red peppers, shallots, and artichoke hearts - but never any cooked vegetables
    Preparation: 12 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Savoury Pancakes (Crêpes)
    Savoury Pancakes (Crêpes)
    The use of thin savoury pancakes to hold a variety of fillings is of French origin where they are called crêpes
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Scallops à ma façon (Scallops - my way)
    Scallops à ma façon (Scallops - my way)
    Scallops à ma façon (scallops - my way) are the perfect dish for entertaining when I have guests I want to spend time with.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Scallops with Garlic and Parsley
    Scallops with Garlic and Parsley
    Scallops with Garlic and Parsley are called "Coquilles St. Jacques à la Provençal" in France, which strikes me as much more romantic !
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Sole Véronique
    Sole Véronique
    Sole Véronique could just as easily be called Plaice Véronique - but it's more traditional and more decadent using sole!
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • King Scallops with a Basket of Prawns
    King Scallops with a Basket of Prawns
    A simple recipe with oodles of taste. Served with a nice fresh salad, you can eat it as a lunch or, by adding king scallops, as an amazing dinner.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 45 Minutes
  • Tenderloin of Pork with Clementines
    Tenderloin of Pork with Clementines
    Tenderloin of Pork is a tender cut of meat that marinates well. Here, the recipe calls for clementines, adding sweetness and colour to the dish
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Pithiviers de Canard (Luxury Duck Pie)
    Pithiviers de Canard (Luxury Duck Pie)
    A gem of a recipe that is simple to make and tastes gloriously decadent. A bit rich in calories, a bit on the expensive side, but so worth it.
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Huîtres chaudes à la Charentaise (Warm Charente Oysters)
    Huîtres chaudes à la Charentaise (Warm Charente Oysters)
    Ah, oysters - the food of the gods! Straight from the sea, tasting of salt and freshness. But not everybody can handle their oysters raw.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes



 
 

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