Tag Archives: Georges Blanc

Dinde à la française

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Meg

It’s the time of year when roast turkey appears on many holiday menus, including in France, where a meat stuffing is often used. Two years ago, I had the pleasure of traveling to Vonnas, north of Lyon, to attend a … Continue reading →

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Potage lyonnais

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Meg

It’s pumpkin season — and as we head from Halloween to Thanksgiving, what could be better than a French pumpkin soup? Not just any kind, but pumpkin soup from Lyon, the heart of French gastronomy. The ingredients read like a … Continue reading →

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Gratin de potiron Georges Blanc

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Meg

I wish I could claim credit for this fabulous pumpkin gratin, but in fact Georges Blanc gave me the recipe after I visited his three-star kitchens near Macon last month. Blanc, the current scion of a culinary dynasty stretching back … Continue reading →

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Petits soufflés au chèvre, et Thanksgiving à la française

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Meg

Light but ever so tasty, these little goat cheese soufflés are guaranteed to get your meal off to a dramatic start. They look like a tall chef’s hat when they come out of the oven, and as you bring them … Continue reading →

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