Rhubarb on a thin layer of apple with light pastry cream is the perfect combo of tartness and sweetness in this French Rhubarb Apple Tart! A simple family recipe that you will surely enjoy. This year, I was so happy to find fresh rhubarb at my Whole Foods Market twice in a row. I really…
Pie, pizza, tart, and quiche
French Leek Zucchini Ham Quiche
For dinner, I made this simple and delicious French Leek Zucchini Ham Quiche. I love to make savory tarts or quiches because they are easy meals that are always welcome at my table. A green salad on the side is a perfect accompaniment. Quiche is a versatile dish; you can make it with whatever you have…
Broccoli Prosciutto Boursin Quiche 🥦🥧
This Broccoli Prosciutto Boursin Quiche is savory and so tasty with the addition of Prosciutto and Boursin cheese. Quiche is a classic and popular main dish that French people enjoy to have on rotation during the week, for brunch, or even picnic. You can also find them easily on the menu of any Brasserie, Café…
Ratatouille and Anchovy Tart 🍅🍆🐟
This Ratatouille and Anchovy Tart is a good example of what you can do with a leftover of ratatouille (a “Provençal” southeastern France vegetable dish). This is why I am always making a big batch of it. It is so good, savory, and not too heavy (no cream!). To keep the “Provençal” spirit in this…
Galette des Rois (French King Cake) with Almond Cream
In France, it is a tradition to share the Galette des Rois (French King Cake) on Epiphany Day, which is on January 6th. It celebrates the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Bethlehem. During the entire month of January, in most bakeries and pastry shops you will find the traditional Galette des Rois. But…
Key Lime Pie with Pie Crust
Last summer, I made this famous and traditional Key Lime Pie in which I used speculoos instead of graham crackers for the crust. This year, I wanted to add my “French touch”. So I made a Key Lime Pie with Pie Crust (called “pâte brisée”) and used a bigger pan for a thinner filling. My…
Sardine and Eggplant Tart
In my pantry, I always have wild sardines cans in stock. They are a great healthy topping full of nutrients: omega-3’s, calcium, vitamin D, minerals and protein. Unlike other fish, they are also low in mercury. I love to use sardines in different recipes, such as this Sardine and Eggplant Tart. It is a light,…
Fig Balsamic Tart Tatin
What would you say about a slice of this nice and sweet Fig Balsamic Tart Tatin for dessert? Sure, but what is a Tart Tatin? It is a classic French upside-down tart traditionally made with apples cooked in caramel and top with a crust. Figs are in season and for Labor Day weekend, I was looking…