Making French toast is pretty simple. Once you get used to it, you’ll want to make it again and again. But to prevent the dreaded routine settling over your toast, try switching up the topping every once in a while. This time, we’re pretty adamant you go with ice cream and caramel sauce.
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By now, you must know what a good quiche is all about. This one has a crispy pastry dough, and a delicious filling made of Cheddar and goat cheese. You can make it in just a bit over 30 minutes, and it’s the perfect excuse to bring your friends for an afternoon snack.
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Steak tartare is a dish that consists of ground beef, served raw, and mixed with onion, capers, and seasonings. Our version fully respects the classic one, and if you haven’t tried it by now, maybe now would be a good time to do so. If you’re brave enough, serve it with a raw egg yolk!
Take your regular crepes to the next level by “building” a layered dessert. For a decadent result, make this filling with caramelized apples and walnuts, infused with flavors of cinnamon and star anise.
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When cooking mussels you don’t have to worry too much. We give you this simple recipe, which is ready in just 20 minutes, and is equally simple and delicious. It’s got white wine sauce, a touch of chili flakes, and garlic. Simple flavors that go together very well in an elegant dish!
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Crepes are the European version of pancakes, being made from the same type of dough, but they’re thinner and wider. This recipe uses them, but turns them into something totally new. Filled with mushrooms, onion, and bell peppers, and deep-fried in a batter made of flour, whisked egg, and breadcrumbs, they quickly transform in a mouthwatering snack!
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Can anything compare to the smell of freshly baked bread? The crispy crust, the fluffy interior? When it comes to bread, baguettes are lovely for sandwiches and for bruschetta! So how about making your own? It’s quite simple to make! And then pair it with your favorite deli meats, cheeses and veggies. Or bruschetta toppings!
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En papillote – French for ‘in parchment’ – is a method of cooking in which the food is put into a folded parchment paper and then baked. Cooking fruits en papillote makes the flavor more intense.
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If you’re in the mood for a fresh, interesting new salad recipe, check this out! We are hugely in favor of the ones which add some nice meat to the veggies, so here is an example with fried duck breast! Add some lettuce, mushrooms, bell peppers, and of course, brie cheese, with its distinct and strong flavor, to the meat. For an extra sweet touch, we added a few raisins and just the right amount of blackberry jam!
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Eclairs are a classic French dessert made from a light choux pastry, and different fillings. If you like pistachio, because we know we love it, then you’ve come to the right place. These ones are full of thick, delicious custard, and the pastry is extra-crispy. This dessert has all the makings of being an all-time favorite!
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We all know what Bechamel sauce is by now, right? It’s also known as white sauce, and it has butter, flour and milk as its base ingredients. Although it began showing up in Italian cookbooks, now it’s a sauce used worldwide in a variety of dishes. Lasagna is the most traditional example that comes to mind, but you can also use it on steaks or burgers!
Béarnaise sauce comes from French cuisine and is derived from the more famous Hollandaise sauce. It’s traditionally made of butter, egg yolks, white wine vinegar and a few herbs. Serving it with a steak makes for a delightful experience, but you can also try it with fish or poached eggs!
