Cherry Clafoutis is a classic French recipe made with fruit, traditionally black cherries, covered with a crêpe-like batter. It is really easy to make. This is my favorite recipe of Cherry Clafoutis, because it is light, yet flavorful. It holds a special place in my heart because I used to make it during my childhood…
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Wafflafels
What are Wafflafels? These Wafflafels I created combine the texture of savory waffles with a little taste of falafel. To make them, I used all-purpose flour, chickpea flour, eggs, whole milk, water, olive oil, spices, and fresh herbs. I added some bacon to satisfy my teens but you can use ham, sausage, smoked salmon or…
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…
Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a summer dish from southeastern France made of eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and garlic cloves. Ratatouille can be served as a main dish on its own, a side dish (pairs really well with any grilled meat or fish), or accompanied by rice, couscous, or a simple slice of bread. It is also delicious with fried egg or feta! Ratatouille…
Grilled Vegetable Wrap with Greek Yogurt Sauce
For lunch, my son and I wanted a wrap. We came up with this Grilled Vegetable Wrap with Greek Yogurt Sauce idea. It turned out to be a delicious healthy vegetarian Mediterranean-style dish, complete with the refreshing garlicky mint Greek yogurt sauce. This recipe did not take too long to make. We grilled some eggplant,…
Monkfish Curry in Coconut Milk
Monkfish Curry in Coconut Milk is a delicious fish dish, quick and easy to make any time. But do you know the fish called Monkfish? Monkfish is not the prettiest fish. Because of its enormous spiny head and scary teeth, people have called it frog-fish, toad-fish and even sea-devil. But do not judge a book…
Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb and Mashed Butter Beans
If you are looking for an easy and tasty recipe for Easter or any special occasion, I recommend trying my delicious French Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb. This dish is much easier to make than it seems. Believe me, your guests will be impressed when you put this Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb on the table. Smoothly…
Irish Colcannon – Mashed Potatoes with Greens
Colcannon is a traditional Irish staple dish made of mashed white potatoes, cabbage or kale, green onions or leek, milk, and butter. My version of Colcannon contains a mix of sweet potatoes and white potatoes. For the greens, I used leek, kale, and spinach. With all these good vegetable loads of vitamins and fiber, Colcannon…
