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ŒUFS MAILLOTÉS
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ŒUFS MAILLOTÉS

Step back in time with Œufs Maillotés, an intriguing French recipe from the early 1900s that transforms simple eggs into an elegant culinary masterpiece. The name "maillotés" means "wrapped," and here, eggs are encased in buttery puff pastry

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Gratin d’oeufs
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Gratin d’oeufs

 A legendary creation by Fernand Point, this unique recipe features sliced hard-boiled eggs arranged over a luxurious mixture of heavy cream, Béchamel sauce, and Hollandaise sauce

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CLASSIC BÉCHAMEL
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CLASSIC BÉCHAMEL

In France, the term cooking “à la Florentine” refers to anything cooked with spinach and Mornay sauce. Chicken, fish or vegetables . . . almost anything will work well on a bed of sautéed spinach, doused in a homemade Mornay sauce and melted cheese. Broiled under the grill and served with toasted bread, this luscious, creamy egg dish will delight any spinach lover.

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Bistrot EGG SALAD
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Bistrot EGG SALAD

I’m revisiting one of the ultimate French comfort foods—cordon bleu, two ways! First, we’ve got the classic chicken, ham, and cheese combo, and then a twist with veal, pancetta, and blue cheese.

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CORDON BLEU TWO WAYS
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CORDON BLEU TWO WAYS

I’m revisiting one of the ultimate French comfort foods—cordon bleu, two ways! First, we’ve got the classic chicken, ham, and cheese combo, and then a twist with veal, pancetta, and blue cheese.

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POMME PAVÉ
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POMME PAVÉ

This elegant dish is a great addition to any meal, embodying the finesse and precision of French cuisine. With layers of thinly sliced potatoes, rich cream, and a golden-brown crust, this potato pavé will impress as a sophisticated side.

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Normandy Mussels with Cider Velouté
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Normandy Mussels with Cider Velouté

The flavors of Normandy are deeply rooted in the pillars of cream, cider, calvados, and apples. In this region of France, these ingredients grace almost every recipe, and this mussel recipe is no exception. It takes a unique approach by incorporating cider instead of wine to steam the mussels, enhancing their flavors.

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MARINATED ZUCCHINI
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MARINATED ZUCCHINI

If you like your zucchinis with a bit of crunch, you will love this summery marinated zucchini salad with lemon and coriander.

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CORN VELOUTÉ SOUP
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CORN VELOUTÉ SOUP

This flavorful cream of corn soup is a delightful glimpse into the classic French cuisine of the old days. By using a thin version of béchamel sauce as a base, this simple technique yields a rich and velvety smooth soup.

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Bocuse POULET AU VINAIGRE
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Bocuse POULET AU VINAIGRE

This Paul Bocuse version features a butter sauce made from a vinegar reduction, reminiscent of the technique used in a beurre blanc.

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Sauce Hachée
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Sauce Hachée

The Sauce Hachée is a classic sauce attributed to Escoffier, existing in two distinct versions, one for meat and one for fish. It is a tangy sauce based on a reduction of vinegar, shallots, onions, and mushrooms, which are then cooked with brown stock and some tomato sauce.

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CRÊPES FLAMBÉES
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CRÊPES FLAMBÉES

The iconic crêpes flambées are made à la minute, flambéed in a syrup of lemon and orange juice, sugar, Grand Marnier and cognac. Impress guests with this dessert by flambéing the crêpes on a trivet sur la table and wait for the applause.

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POTAGE DUBARRY
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POTAGE DUBARRY

Portage Dubarry (Cauliflower Cream Soup) is a French classic. A creamy, rich soup with an interesting backstory.

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A French Christmas Menu
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A French Christmas Menu

It won’t come as a surprise that we go all out for food at Christmas. The menu is an elaborate affair, a series of courses that focus on quality ingredients and flavors. People don’t think twice about splurging on quality products like foie gras, cheese, wine, and Champagne to celebrate the occasion.

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CHICKEN & MUSHROOM PÂTÉ
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CHICKEN & MUSHROOM PÂTÉ

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our chicken and mushroom pâté, a culinary masterpiece great for special occasions that combines traditional richness with a contemporary twist.

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