alisonbonifacyAug 3, 2021Cherry Tomato Savory TartAs I have previously highlighted, the French love to make savory ‘tarts’ in the summer to serve at barbecues and picnics. This is because...
alisonbonifacyJul 16, 2021Dot Ellis’ Lemon BarsDot Ellis was a wonderful woman who made these incredible lemon bars well into her 80s for every gathering at my childhood church....
alisonbonifacyJul 16, 2021Cherry-Almond Thumbprints (Gluten-Free)In this tasty little one-bite French dessert, juicy black cherry halves add a little freshness to a very moist, gluten-free almond cake....
alisonbonifacyJun 7, 2021White and Green Bean SaladThis 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,...
alisonbonifacyMay 17, 2021Blueberry Pie Squares These little desserts have a scrumptious blueberry pie filling with a thin cheesecake-like layer sandwiched between a yummy crust and...
alisonbonifacyMay 1, 2021Turmeric Couscous and Roasted VegetablesThis yummy, colorful, vegan couscous salad is perfect for sharing at a barbecue or picnic or for serving as a light lunch or dinner. The...
alisonbonifacyApr 20, 2021“Angry” AsparagusI mainly roast asparagus in the oven, but this method of slow cooking white asparagus on the stovetop was a revelation. My friend made...
alisonbonifacyMar 25, 2021Eggy Sourdough and Asparagus StrataA strata is essentially a casserole made up of soaked bread, eggs and cheese that is typically served for brunch or a light lunch. I...
alisonbonifacyMar 25, 2021Roasted Vegetable ClafoutisYou already might know the fruit-studded, dessert version of the French clafoutis (clah-foo-tee), but the savory form of the dish is also...
alisonbonifacyAug 28, 2020Summer Vegetable and Goat Cheese TianYou have probably heard of ratatouille, but have you met its near cousin, the tian? A tian, or tian Provençale, is actually the name of...
alisonbonifacyAug 18, 2020Heirloom Tomato Tart with Herbs and Eggs'Les tartes’ are found on tables across France in the summer (see my August in France post). Easy to make and celebrating summer produce,...
alisonbonifacyAug 15, 2020Lemon Swirl Cheesecake BarsI’ve made this recipe a few times this summer and kids and adults alike gobble them up. Perfect for picnics or outdoor get-togethers,...
alisonbonifacyJul 9, 2020Super-Moist Blueberry Loaf CakeThe blueberries have been delicious this season and I had extra on hand from decorating my 4th of July cake. So I decided to make another...
alisonbonifacyJul 7, 2020Summery Shells and Shrimp SaladCold, make-ahead salads with lots of fresh vegetables are great for hot summer days and nights. This is a favorite of ours and our...
alisonbonifacyJun 2, 2020Deep-Dish French QuicheMy dad asked me for a quiche recipe to make for my mom on Mother’s Day and with Mother’s Day in France this coming Sunday, I thought I...
alisonbonifacyMay 29, 2020Californian Chicken Salad SandwichUnder lockdown, I found myself making a lot of sandwiches for us. Mayonnaise is not good for our arteries so with an overripe avocado and...
alisonbonifacyMay 22, 2020Chicken and Rice Spring SaladAsparagus, peas, scallions, lemon… some all-stars when Spring comes around here in France! I love this fresh salad that highlights spring...
alisonbonifacyMay 11, 2020Herb-y Couscous Salad with Shrimp (or without!)This is a favorite of ours because it is light, refreshing, healthy, quick, versatile and a bunch of other positive adjectives I’ll leave...