Blog Archives for tag French

Classic Steak Diane

If you are a steak lover like I am, a thick, lightly seasoned filet mignon grilled to perfection is the… Continue reading »

Savory Mushroom-Potato Pie

A hearty sauté of braised leeks and assorted mushrooms, topped with a comforting layer of creamy mashed potatoes.  My Savory… Continue reading »

Sautéed Green Beans with Peaches & Chopped Almonds

  Tender French style green beans blanched and shocked to retain their vibrant green color and crispness, followed by a quick… Continue reading »

Cherries Jubilee

How could you not be tempted to eat a dessert named Cherries Jubilee?  Aptly named, this is a taste jubilee… Continue reading »

Creamy Braised Leeks with Bacon

Braised leeks may not be a typical side dish in your cooking repertoire, but after you taste my Creamy Braised… Continue reading »

Delectable French Sandwiches

Hands down, one of the best cooking shows on television is French Food at Home with Laura Calder, which airs… Continue reading »

Vegetable Tian

Layers of tasty vegetables roasted in olive oil and flavored with garlic, thyme, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.  This… Continue reading »

Omelette aux Truffes

For me, a perfectly cooked omelette symbolizes the best of the best in French cooking.  Such a dish, along with… Continue reading »

Pâte à Choux Swans

  Choux pastry, or French pâte à choux, is the light, egg-based pastry dough used to make everyone’s favorite French… Continue reading »