French recipes
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Easy crêpes
Use this easy crêpe mix to make sweet or savoury pancakes. There's enough batter to make a main course and dessert for a family of four.
Cheesy French toast with ham & grilled vine tomatoes
This twist on the classic croque-monsieur is much easier to prepare for a large crowd
Chicken liver & pineau pâté
A rich, sweet pâté recipe using pineau - a sherry-like aperitif - great as a dinner party starter.
White chocolate crème brûlée
Serve this super-creamy chocolate dessert on its own, or as part of an 'assiete' of mini chocolate puddings
Basic hollandaise
This sauce, from Gordon Ramsay, takes some time to prepare, but think of it as a workout with a whisk
Tomato & caramelised onion tart tatin
A vegetarian and savoury version of tart tatin - perfect for a light supper
Sautéed potatoes with bacon lardons & persillade
This fabulous French side dish of pan-fried potatoes and salty smoked bacon is finished with garlic and herbs, and pairs perfectly with roast meats and poultry
Lighter crème brûlée
The secret to this healthier French pud is to make the custard very thick intially as unlike your normal recipe, it's not baked afterwards
Apricot French toast
Put a sweet twist on eggy bread with this indulgent brunch-time recipe
Chinon apple tarts
These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly - the perfect end to a special supper for two
French cassoulet
Raymond Blanc's cassoulet is rich and warming. This classic French casserole sees confit duck, white beans, pork and sausages slow cooked in a flavourful sauce
Next level ratatouille
Seasonal vegetables are all slow-cooked together in a dish that truly celebrates summer. Serve with bread, or for a more substantial meal, as a side with barbecued or roasted meat or fish
Pear tarte tatin
Gordon adds a touch of spice to the ultimate French classic to create the definitive autumn pudding
Chocolate soufflé
Light as a feather, these hot chocolate soufflés are sure to please. Perfect for a dinner party dessert, served with chocolate cream sauce.
Summer fish stew with rouille
Conjure up thoughts of Mediterranean holidays with this light but indulgent meal for two
Fennel dauphinoise
Potatoes gratin is a French bistro classic and this creamy version for two has mild aniseedy flavour from added fennel
One-pot pork with orange, olives & bay
A Provençal-style pork casserole with vibrant citrus flavours, sweet shallots, new potatoes and sundried tomatoes
Chicken Marengo
Try a chicken casserole with a difference and whip up this version with mushrooms, olives, tomato and parsley
Provençal omelette cake
Vegetarian mains don't get better than this. Perfect for garden parties, packed lunches, or a mid week meal. This versatile dish will please all palates
Mini eclairs
Afternoon tea goes glam with these Paris patisserie-style choux pastry fingers with berry liqueur cream filling
Salmon & herby potato coulibiacs
An impressive addition to any buffet, this puff pastry parcel is filled with fish in a creamy parsley, dill and lemon sauce
Pistachio & raspberry pithiviers
Frangipane and berry individual puff pastry parcels - for a special touch decorate with your guests' initials
Slow-cooked duck legs in Port with celeriac gratin
A cross between confit and a casserole, this slow-braised duck dish is served with a dauphinoise-like potato bake
Prawn & fennel bisque
A luxurious seafood soup that is rich in flavour, perfect for formal entertaining and low in calories too