Charlotte Russe Cake

Charlotte Russe Cake History

Charlotte Russe is a cake that the mold of the cake pan is lined with sponge fingers (Ladyfingers) and then filled with a custard.  Sometimes cake or bread slices are … Continued

Cherry Wine Galette

Cherry Wine Galette Recipe

Cherry Wine Galette recipe is a beautiful and a very easy cherry dessert to make.  Very rustic looking and elegant!  It is a simply a tart made with hand-folded edges. … Continued

Chicken Stew with Peppers and Tomatoes - Poulet Basquaise

Chicken Stew with Peppers and Tomatoes Recipe – Poulet Basquaise

Chicken Stew with Peppers and Tomatoes Recipe – Poulet Basquaise Stove Top and Slow Cooker Instructions If you are like me, then you are constantly looking for a new and … Continued

Chicken with Herbes De Provence

Chicken with Herbes De Provence Recipe

Chicken with Herbes De Provencealso recipe also works well substituting chicken wings for a party serving.  I love the lavender in herbes de Provence and sometimes even add a bit … Continued

Chocolate Creme Brulee

Chocolate Creme Brulee Recipe

This very elegant Chocolate Creme Brulee dessert is sure to cure your “chocolate craving.”  It is a rich and decadent chocolate dessert perfect for serving at a dinner party.  It tastes … Continued

Classic French Macarons Cookies

Classic French Macarons Cookie Recipe

The French macarons cookie is beloved in Parisian tea salons and cities all over France.  With a variety of color palettes and flavors, macarons are a fashionable cookie for gifting … Continued

Classic French Vanilla Cake

Classic French Vanilla Cake Recipe

Classic French Vanilla Cake is the perfect complement to any occasion.  This cake is hugely popular and delicious.  Think of this cake as a canvas and you are the artist … Continued

Vichyssoise Soup

Classic Vichyssoise Soup Recipe and History

 Leek and Potato Soup Vichyssoise Soup will be one of your favorite soup recipes as this is a delicious leek and potato soup that is so smooth and creamy!  A … Continued

Coffee and Armagnac Parfait

Coffee and Armagnac Parfait Recipe

Coffee and Armagnac Parfait dessert combines the pleasure of strong coffee with a shot of good brandy.  For an authentic presentation serve it in traditional fluted parfait glasses. This French … Continued

Coq au Vin Chicken Recipe

 Julia Child’s Coq au Vin Coq au Vin (Casserole of Chicken in Red Wine) is Julia Child’s recipe for this famous chicken dish.  Coq au Vin, also known as “Rooster in Red … Continued

Cream of Artichoke Soup

Cream of Artichoke Soup Recipe – Creme D’ Artichauts

Cream of Artichoke Soup is an elegant soup, a perfect start to a spring dinner party or a light meal.  In this smooth and mellow Cream of Artichoke Soup, only … Continued

Cream Puffs

Cream Puffs Recipe

Everyone loves cream puffs, but most cooks are afraid to try making them since they are considered time consuming and difficult to make.  This is actually false, as they are … Continued

Creme Fraiche piled into blue bowl

Creme Fraiche Recipe

Creme Fraiche is pronounced “krem fresh.”  It is a thick and smooth heavy cream with a wonderfully rich and velvety texture that is widely used in France, where the cream is … Continued

Crepes Suzette

Crepes Suzette History and Recipe

Crepes Suzette is probably the most famous crepe dish in the world.  In a restaurant, a classic Crepe Suzette is often prepared in a chafing dish in full view of … Continued

Croque Madame Egg Sandwich

Croque Madame Egg Sandwich Recipe

Croque Madame Egg Sandwich is good anytime of the day.  Especially for breakfast or brunch.  I know wait look fancy, but it is very easy to make. This is a … Continued