Take a look at this sophisticated collection of 10 Fabulously Classic French Recipes you can easily make at home.
These scrumptious French recipes will surely impress your dinner guests and family. From soups to desserts and side dishes, you'll be surprised at how easy it is to cook like a French cook with these simple recipes.
French Onion Soup
Traditional French Onion Soup is a simple yet extremely delicious dish made with caramelized onions braised in flavorsome Homemade Beef Stock.
Topped with crispy and cheesy baguette slices, this soup makes a perfect starter for a dinner party or warming comfort food for cold winter nights.
To learn more: Traditional French Onion Soup
Moules Marinieres - French Mussels
Moules Mariniere (or French Mussels) is one of the dishes we only tend to eat in restaurants.
It's a delicious one-pot dish that is ready in only 15 minutes.
This classic French Mussels recipe is actually very easy to cook at home as long as you can get hold of fresh mussels.
To learn more: Moules Mariniere - French Mussels
Beef Bourguignon
Adapted from Julia Child's "Mastering the Art of French Cooking", this legendary Beef Bourguignon (also called Beef Burgundy, Bœuf à la Bourguignonne, or Bœuf Bourguignon) is definitely one of the most delicious and famous beef stews in the world.
It is one of these dishes that are perfect for any occasion: Family gatherings, Thanksgiving dinner, or friends' get-togethers.
To learn more: Julia Child's Beef Bourguignon
Potato Boulangere
Potato Boulangere (or Pommes Boulangere) is a French potato & onion bake that is very easy to make and a lighter alternative to Potatoes au Gratin -Dauphinoise Potatoes.
It complements perfectly most meat, chicken, or fish dishes, especially succulent roast lamb.
To learn more: Potato Boulangere
Ratatouille
Traditional French Ratatouille dish is a delightful marriage of tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of garlic.
You can enjoy it as a side dish alongside grilled chicken or meat, especially lamb, or as a vegetarian or vegan main course served over plain rice, couscous, or simply mixed with pasta.
To learn more: Traditional French Ratatouille Nicoise Recipe
Individual Salmon en Croute
Individual Salmon en Croute (or Salmon Wellington) is a classic French gourmet dish made with fresh salmon, spinach, and cream cheese wrapped in buttery and flaky puff pastry.
Ready in just 40 minutes, this delicious salmon dish will be a family favorite that you will want to make again and again!
To learn more: Individual Salmon en Croute
Salmon and Spinach Quiche
Salmon and Spinach Quiche is a light, creamy, and indulgent treat that is perfect for delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
This flavorsome quiche features a buttery homemade pastry crust, and a creamy egg base scattered with fresh spinach and salmon filling.
It is very straightforward to make at home with simple ingredients, and impressive enough to wow your guests!
To learn more: Salmon and Spinach Quiche
Chicken Liver Pate
Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait (or Pâté) with brandy is an elegant yet fuss-free dinner party starter and can be made up to three days in advance.
It is one of my favorite starters/appetizers to serve on special occasions such as Christmas or Thanksgiving, especially when I want to spoil my dinner guests.
To learn more: Chicken Liver Parfait - Pate
French Strawberry Tart
Delicious and refreshing Tart aux Fraises - French Strawberry Tart with Custard is the perfect dessert to welcome the start of summer with your loved ones.
The strawberries are in season now and you see juicy strawberries everywhere.
Just like Easy No-Bake Strawberry Tiramisu, this classic fruit tart is the perfect choice for your afternoon tea, family gatherings, or a celebration.
To learn more: Tart aux Fraises - French Strawberry Custard Tart
Mousse au Chocolat
This chic dessert Mousse au Chocolat (or French Dark Chocolate Mousse) is surprisingly fuss-free, made with only 4 simple ingredients, ready in 20 minutes, and no baking is required.
It is rich, elegant, and delicious, and has an intense dark chocolate flavor with a creamy texture.
To learn more: Mousse au Chocolate - French Chocolate Mousse
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