Korova Cookies are a simple butter cookie turned into something magical by French pastry chef, Pierre Herm, and adapted by cookbook author Dories Greenspan. It is that unexpected hint of … Continued

  Latin Lace Florentines are a nice change from the traditional Florentine cookies.  Latin Lace Florentines cookies are made from a thin, buttery batter that results in a crisp lacy texture … Continued

If you love lavender and love creme brulee, this Lavender Creme Brulee dessert will instantly WOW you! The lavender adds hint of delicate fresh lavender aroma to this dessert as … Continued

Enjoy layers of summer vegetables seasoned with herbs de Provence and baked au gratin. Summer Vegetable Tian is a beautiful and savory dish that originated in the Provence of France. … Continued

Everything I Learned About Burgundy Wine   On my 2018 journey to the Burgundy region of France, I had the opportunity to spend time with grower, sommelier and wine consultant Pascal … Continued

  Lemon Sable Cookies also known as Sables au Citron or Lemon Butter Cookie are a classic French cookies originating in Normandy.  The word Sable is French for “sand,” which … Continued

How To Make Mock Creme Fraiche   Mock creme fraiche is not real creme fraiche.  For the real stuff you have to go to France.  Real creme fraiche is what … Continued

  The Monte Cristo Sandwich tends to vary from restaurant to restaurant.  A classic Monte Cristo Sandwich should come with a side of jelly to dip it in. If you love French … Continued

This Mushroom Croustade Recipe is a family favorite that can be made ahead of time and frozen until you are ready to prepare and serve.  These bite-size mushroom croustade appetizers … Continued

These French Palmiers Cookies (Elephant Ear Cookies) are fantastic and so easy-to-make.  Palmiers are crisp, buttery, sweet, and very elegant.  Traditionally Palmier Cookies made from scratch is a time consuming … Continued

  Pear Clafouti (kla-foo-TEE), also known a Clafoutis, is a traditional fruit dessert from the Limousin region of France and is often served as a breakfast dish.   The name clafoutis … Continued

Peches au vin (Peaches in Wine) dessert that is so easy to make and so very elegant – very gourmet!  My husband gave this a “10” rating.  Sometimes the simplest … Continued

  Peppercorn Cream Sauce Recipe is excellent served with your favorite beef steak or roast recipe.  My husband loves his steak, but he really loves it smothered with this great … Continued

Steak Au Poivre Peppered Top Sirloin Steak, also know as Steak Au Poivre, is a very delicious way to serve an inexpensive cut of beef.  This steak dish is actually … Continued

Very few desserts are more delicious to eat and to look at than this Perfect Creme Brulee.  Translated from the French, this popular dessert means “burnt cream,” referring to the … Continued