French

Carrots in Cream

Carrots in Cream

This french dish is easy to make and a crowd pleaser too: even for those who don’t like to eat their vegetables.

Julia Child’s Queen of Sheba Chocolate Cake

Julia Child’s Queen of Sheba Chocolate Cake

This recipe was taken directly from her WGBH broadcast and differs slightly from the printed recipe.

Beet Salad in a Buttery Wine Sauce

Beet Salad in a Buttery Wine Sauce

This recipe will change your mind about beets.

Simple Asparagus

Simple Asparagus

You can make this dish in about 5 minutes. The secret is buying fresh asparagus and then trimming it correctly.

The Best Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

The Best Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

This is a french recipe for adult macaroni and cheese (but the kids will love it too).

Best Salad Dressing Recipe (low-cal option too)

Best Salad Dressing Recipe (low-cal option too)

We get the most compliments for this basic salad dressing recipe. And even our (almost) no-calorie version gets raves from our guests.

Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

A classic dish for winter or fall.

Chard Stuffed with Risotto and Mozzarella

Guests at our house said this was one of their favorites.

Short Ribs Provencale

Short Ribs Provencale

This is winter comfort food at its finest.

Coq Au Vin Blanc: A Twist on Tradition

Coq Au Vin Blanc: A Twist on Tradition

This will warm up even the coldest person on a winter’s night.

The Best French Onion Soup Recipe

The Best French Onion Soup Recipe

French cooking doesn’t have to be complicated as evidenced by this simple to follow recipe for a classic soup.

La Tourte de Blettes: A Pie for Dinner or Dessert

La Tourte de Blettes: A Pie for Dinner or Dessert

This is savory and sweet: perfect as a meal or as a dessert.

Beef Bourguignon II: An Easier Recipe

Beef Bourguignon II: An Easier Recipe

This is easy to make but takes more than a couple of hours.

Meal Plan: Blending French, Italian, Old and New in Southern France

Meal Plan: Blending French, Italian, Old and New in Southern France

Here’s a meal plan that will work for vegetarians and meat eaters.

Cantaloupe Gazpacho With Crispy Prosciutto

Cantaloupe Gazpacho With Crispy Prosciutto

Instead of serving cantaloupe wrapped in prosciutto for a first course, try this.

Meal Plan: Julia meets Bruna

Meal Plan: Julia meets Bruna

This makes a great hearty meal in the winter.