This cake originated in 18th-century France as a sponge cake pressed into an elegant mold, filled with thick custard or crème Bavaroise flavored with cooked fruit, spices, or brandy. The cake is said to have been invented by a famous French chef Marie-Antoine Carême, who many considered the father of French cuisine. While the …
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Tapenade
This aromatic, decadent spread is made with black or green olives. The original recipe includes four essential Mediterranean ingredients – chopped olives, anchovies, capers, and olive oil – combined with additional ingredients and spices to form a thick, fragrant spread. Even though it is often described as a Provençal recipe, it was originally invented …
Flamiche
Flamiche is a traditional pie that is filled with chopped leeks, a small amount of butter, and either milk or crème fraîche. The dish has origins in the French region of Picardy, and it is considered the Picardy equivalent of the popular quiche Lorraine. The first known recipe dates back to the late 18th century, and …
Béarnaise
This classic French sauce is traditionally used as a garnish for grilled meat or fish dishes. Light yellow in color, smooth and creamy in texture, it consists of egg yolks, shallots, reduced vinegar, and butter, and is often flavored with tarragon and chervil. It is believed that a chef named Collinet (the inventor of …
Jambon-beurre
Although the combination of ham and butter on a baguette may seem simple, the jambon-beurre (ham-butter) sandwich is an iconic staple of Parisian gastronomy. More than a billion of these sandwiches were sold in France in 2013 alone, making it one of the most popular snacks in the country. The secret is in using only …
Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce
This Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles Recipe is an easy dinner option that only takes 15 minutes! Zucchini Noodles with fresh vegetables, pan seared chicken then tossed with a zesty peanut sauce make this one flavor packed bite. If you’re looking for more Zucchini Noodle Recipes you’ve got to try my Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodle Salad …
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The Perfect Creamy White Queso Dip Recipe
Learn how to make Creamy White Queso Dip from scratch. This easy queso dip recipe uses real cheese – I guarantee you’ll never go back to using velvetta again! Perfect for game day or any party! Looking for more Dip Recipes? You definitely need to make this Avocado Salsa Verde or my Kale Spinach Artichoke …
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Garlic Parmesan Wings
These Crispy Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings will be the life of the party! Easy chicken wings are baked instead of fried for a healthier option then tossed in a mouthwatering garlic parmesan sauce! Still crispy and delicious as ever! The perfect party appetizer or game day recipe! Looking for more Game Day Recipes? You …
Crispy Korean BBQ Baked Chicken Wings
Crispy Korean BBQ Baked Chicken Wings covered in a sweet, spicy and savory chili garlic BBQ Sauce that will change the way you think about wings forever. These Chicken Wings are baked instead of fried for a healthier option – tender in the center and crispy on the outside. The perfect game day appetizer! Looking …
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
This peanut butter banana smoothie with crunchy superfoods like chia and flaxseed tastes just like a creamy milkshake. It’s dairy-free, ready in 5 minutes, high in fiber and protein and is the perfect way to start your day. Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Recipe This creamy peanut butter banana smoothie with hints …
Easy 20 Minute Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil
Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil comes together in just 20 minutes! This easy salmon recipe is slathered in a honey garlic butter sauce then baked in a foil packet for the perfect flaky bite. Guaranteed to be your new favorite salmon dinner! One of My Favorite Baked Salmon Recipes I don’t know about you, …
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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe
This Easy Chicken Salad Recipe is a healthier version of the traditional chicken salad we all love. Made with shredded chicken breasts, greek yogurt and grapes, it has the perfect balance of creamy + crunchy. This recipe is Keto friendly too, making it an easy Keto lunch idea! Homemade Chicken Salad Recipe with Grapes The …
Epic Mason Jar Cobb Salad with Ranch
This Epic Mason Jar Cobb Salad recipe is made with an easy yogurt based ranch dressing. Filled with chicken, hardboiled egg, crispy bacon, tomato, cucumber and avocado for one dynamite bite after the other. Looking for more Cobb Salad Recipes? Try out my Southwestern Cobb Wedge Salad with a Poblano Dressing. An Easy Cobb Salad …
Thai Chicken Mason Jar Salad with Peanut Dressing
This Thai Chicken Mason Jar Salad with a Spicy Peanut Dressing is the perfect make ahead lunch for the week. It’s a flavorful salad packed with cucumbers, carrots, edamame, shredded chicken and a delicious peanut dressing. Easy to make and epic to eat! Looking for more salad recipes? Try out my Mason Jar Asian Chicken …
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Easy Greek Chicken Mason Jar Salad
This Greek Chicken Salad Recipe is packed in mason jars and makes the perfect meal prep lunch for the week! Each mason jar salad is filled with cucumber, tomato, kalamata olives, feta, chicken and a light greek vinaigrette for the ultimate bite! Looking for more Greek chicken recipes? Try my Greek Chicken Lettuce Wraps with …
5 Easy & Healthy Avocado Toast Recipes
5 Easy & Healthy Avocado Toast Recipes that are perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Learn how to make sweet potato toast in the oven in just 15 minutes and create the most epic avocado toasts everyone will love! Looking for more avocado toast recipes? Try this Gluten Free Avocado Toast with Charred Corn Salsa …
Crème caramel
This popular dessert consists of a custard base and a soft caramel topping. The origins of crème caramel are unclear and disputed – the French, the English, and the Spanish all claim to be the original inventors of the dish. Although the name is French, some say that the French adopted it from English custard. …
Gratin dauphinois
Traditionally consumed by peasants in the historic Dauphiné region in France, gratin dauphinois is a savory dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes, crème fraîche, and butter baked in a shallow earthenware cooking vessel. The dish can be eaten on its own, preferably with a salad on the side, or as an accompaniment to fish or …
Bûche de Noël
This elaborately decorated, rolled, and filled sponge cake is frosted with chocolate buttercream made to look like a tree bark. Some of the decorations might include marzipan sticks, sugar cobwebs, and meringue mushrooms. The origins of the cake can be traced back to the old Celtic tradition of celebrating the winter solstice, the shortest day …
Cheese quiche (Quiche au fromage)
This savory, baked French delicacy consists of a thin flaky pastry crust topped with a delicious cheese mixture. The traditional open tart usually makes use of classic cheese varieties such as Gruyère, Camembert, or Roquefort, which are blended into a luscious custard of eggs and milk or crème fraîche. The creamy filling is often …
Dacquoise
Both crispy and creamy in texture, this French cake is traditionally made with almond or hazelnut meringue sponge cake separated with layers of whipped cream or buttercream. The cake takes its name from the French word dacquois, meaning from Dax, referring to a town located in southwestern France, but the term dacquoise itself has come to signify …
Chouquette
Amazingly tender and extremely light, chouquettes are airy pâte à choux pastry puffs studded with the so-called sucre perlé (lit. pearl sugar); coarse sugar crystals which hold both their shape and crunch when baked. Chouquettes are basically profiterole shells and fall into the category of viennoiseries or, more precisely, pâtisseries viennoises. These Viennese-style baked goods are found in bakery shops throughout …
Sauce tartare
Sauce tartare is a mayonnaise-based sauce that most likely originated in France. The creamy base is traditionally made with mayonnaise, though some variations occasionally may opt for crème fraiche, while the optional additions usually include spices and mostly chopped parsley, chervil, tarragon, capers, and pickles. Optionally, boiled egg yolks can also be added. Although …
Easy Festive Cranberry Mimosa Recipe
Festive Cranberry Mimosas make the perfect holiday cocktail. This easy mimosa recipe uses tart cranberry juice, sparkling champagne and a sugar lime rimmed glass for the ultimate sip. Looking for more festive mimosa recipes? Try out my Sparkling Pomegranate Mimosa or my Apple Cider Mimosa. Cranberry Mimosa Recipe I don’t know why. But for some …
Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle
Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies drizzled with chocolate for the perfect bite. Hands down the best peanut butter cookie recipe ever, they are soft, pillowy and taste just like the classic cookie you love! Looking for more Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes? You need to try my Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies or my No …
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