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Tapenade verte
The green olive spread from Provence known as tapenade verte is delightful at cocktail hour on warm summer evenings. Like its cousin, tapenade noire, it is usually served on toast, accompanied by a chilled dry rosé or white from the … Continue reading
Posted in 1. Starters
Tagged green olives, plant d'Avenir, Provence, recette, recipe, tapenade, thyme, vegan
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Confiture d’abricots
Forget everything you’ve ever heard about jam-making taking all day. It doesn’t! A few jars of apricot jam, for example, can be made in less than an hour, setting you up with a burst of summery flavor all year long. … Continue reading
Bo bun
Bo bun, which originated in Vietnam and has taken Paris by storm, is an ultrafresh, healthy, flavor-packed bowlful of lemongrass beef, rice vermicelli, veggies, fresh herbs and peanuts, bathed in a tangy sauce. It is often topped with nems (mini … Continue reading
Posted in 3. Salads
Tagged bo bun, nems, noodles, nouilles, recette, recipe, salad bowl, spring rolls, Vietnam
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Tarte au fromage
Making a French cheese tart is — dare I say it? — as easy as pie. And it can also be creative if you put your own imprint on this classic dish by combining the cheeses of your choice. Of … Continue reading
Posted in 4a. Savory Tarts and Tartines
Tagged cheese tart, recette, recipe, tarte au fromage
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Oeufs Bénédict
Is there a truly French version of eggs Benedict, or is this dish — which has taken Paris by storm — just a copy of the American original? The basic recipe of poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffin and hollandaise … Continue reading
Posted in 4. Omelets, Soufflés, Quiche
Tagged benedict, brunch, eggs, hollandaise, oeufs, recette, recipe
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Moudardara
This deeply flavorful, earthy dish of rice, lentils, caramelized onions and spices can be found at Lebanese market stalls and restaurants in Paris and is easy to make at home. The ingredients are cooked separately, spices are added and everything … Continue reading
Velouté de champignons
Let’s see off the winter with a bowl of creamy mushroom soup, a classic French recipe lightened in this version by using a mixture of cream and milk instead of pure cream. A dash of lemon juice adds tang, and … Continue reading
Crumble aux pommes
Le crumble is hardly a French invention, yet it has become wildly popular in this country, with apple crumble topping the list of favorites. So in honor of Valentine’s Day I’m offering you this delightful dessert — sweets to the … Continue reading
Moules gratinées en persillade
Mussels filled with garlicky parsley butter and baked until bubbly and golden make a great start to a meal. They may be served with cocktails as a palate teaser (amuse-bouche) or as a first course at the table. By taking … Continue reading
Posted in 1. Starters
Tagged crust, garlic, gratin, moules, mussels, parsley, recette, recipe
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