Serve a bowl of this vodka pasta for delicious comfort food that is not heavy. The creamy tomato sauce gets an extra kick of flavor from...

This recipe was made for those who typically do not like sardines (including myself) because sardines have some major health benefits....

This recipe is one of my mom’s go-to marinades for grilled chicken breasts. The marinade is easy and quick to make. Then, you simply...

As I have previously highlighted, the French love to make savory ‘tarts’ in the summer to serve at barbecues and picnics. This is because...

This easy, bean salad is hearty enough to serve as a light meal or first course or as a tasty side to fish or meat. The salad is vegan,...

This yummy, colorful, vegan couscous salad is perfect for sharing at a barbecue or picnic or for serving as a light lunch or dinner. The...

This yummy bowl of creamy pasta tastes like spring with the fresh asparagus and peas. The salmon adds a little depth and heartiness. This...

The Basque region of France (along the border of Spain) is one of my favorite places in France and makes me think of sun, bright colors,...

"Lentilles et Chorizo" is on our neighborhood bistro's menu year-round and it is absolutely amazing. While bistros in France typically...

A strata is essentially a casserole made up of soaked bread, eggs and cheese that is typically served for brunch or a light lunch. I...

You already might know the fruit-studded, dessert version of the French clafoutis (clah-foo-tee), but the savory form of the dish is also...

I'd like to finally share one of my all-time favorite recipes with you. I love this recipe because the sauce can be quickly pulled...

Many traditional French bistros offer poireaux vinaigrette (boiled or broiled leeks with a vinaigrette dressing) as a starter course....

Chili con carne became popular in France in the last decade, but I find the classic dish to be on the heavy side and not something I want...

Since moving to France, one of the things I miss most from home is authentic Mexican food. My parents grew up in Arizona and California...

After two nights of carnitas tacos, my husband suggested turning the leftover meat into a Mexican-style hachis parmentier. Hachis...

Oh this dish is sinfully good! What could be better than a super cheesy, gooey mac & cheese made even richer and more flavorful by adding...

This lovely French scallop recipe actually comes from my friend Veronique at Cuisine Elegante. I first made it during one of her virtual...

This is one of my all-time favorite dishes for special occasions (Christmas, New Year’s Eve!). The coating for the lamb is easy and quick...

This simple, delicious French stew features, as you may have guessed, beef and carrots. This recipe (there are different variations) is...