There is nothing quite like winter in France. The world slows down. Café windows glow golden against the chill, and kitchens come alive with the aromas of wine, butter, and herbs. This is the season for cozy French dinners. Warm, slow-simmered, and made to be shared. In our home, when the days grow shorter and the...
Here are the 25 Best French Holiday recipes, made simple, which are sure to impress your guests this holiday season. Whether served at a holiday cocktail party or the starring attraction at Thanksgiving or Christmas, these dishes will elevate your holiday menu. From French Onion Soup Gratinée to Duck Magret with squash and apples to...
Are you looking for a delectable side dish to add some flair to your meal? You will love this collection of Great French Side dishes. With over 200 original, tried and tested recipes, LeChefswife.com is your reference for easy and authentic French food as seen in Food & Wine magazine and the TODAY show. From...
This French Lentil Soup recipe is surprisingly easy and quick to make . You will enjoy this healthy, delicious & hearty meal in a bowl. Judging by the way Le Chef's eyes light up when I say I am making my Lentil Soup, I know I have a winner. In this recipe I use "Lentilles du...
How to make a rich, golden homemade chicken stock that brings depth of flavor to your dishes. If there’s one secret every French home cook knows, it’s this: great cooking begins with great stock. The base of every velvety sauce, every comforting soup, every fragrant risotto, it all starts with bouillon de volaille maison, or homemade chicken...
I Love EVERYTHING about French Onion Soup Gratinée. The rich, comforting broth. The ooey-gooey cheese pull. The bits of crispy cheese that stick to the edge of the bowl (you know you eat those too!). I also love the warm conviviality of the dish. It is impossible not to laugh and make mmmmm sounds as...
How to Make an authentic French Vinaigrette: Simple, quick and delicious There’s a quiet elegance to a good, authentic, French vinaigrette. Just a few simple ingredients; olive oil, vinegar, mustard, and salt whisked together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. In France, this little sauce is the heartbeat of every salad,...
