alisonbonifacySep 15, 2021Sardine TartinesThis recipe was made for those who typically do not like sardines (including myself) because sardines have some major health benefits....
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 21, 2021Bacon-Wrapped Prunes Yum! What an easy and delicious appetizer I have been served a few times while in France. I am not exactly a fan of dried prunes, but I...
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 17, 2021Rustic Strawberry Rhubarb Tart When the French make fruit tarts in the spring and summer, the trick is simplicity. Pie dough or puff pastry is topped with seasonal...
alisonbonifacyFeb 3, 2021Mini Flammekueche AppetizersFlammekeuche (‘flam eh koosh’) is a rustic specialty from the Alsace region of France. Resembling a large pizza, the traditional version...
alisonbonifacyFeb 3, 2021Mushroom Gouda CanapésThis simple appetizer lets the earthy, delicious flavor of mushrooms shine. These canapés are great for entertaining because they are...
alisonbonifacyOct 25, 2020Sweet and Spicy NutsYou know those fancy nuts from fine food stores that cost $10 for a tiny bag that you finish in 10 minutes? Well you can stop splurging...
alisonbonifacyOct 25, 2020Chipotle Roasted Red Pepper Spread I paid eight Euros for a tiny jar of a roasted red pepper spread from our cheese store and while it was good, I thought, I can make this!...
alisonbonifacyAug 26, 2020Savory ‘Cake’ for l'ApéritifServing slices of savory ‘cake’ with cocktails has become quite popular here in France thanks to the frozen version sold by Picard, the...
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 20, 2020Tomato and Whipped Feta Toasts The tangy feta pairs beautifully with the garlicky tomatoes in this recipe. You can cut small slices of bread to make a delicious...
alisonbonifacyJun 13, 2020Cheesy Gougères (French Cheese Puffs)I shared the recipe for this one-bite appetizer with my mom – friends in her bridge group in Arizona are now gougères lovers (pronounced...
alisonbonifacyJun 11, 2020Anne Marie’s Ranch PinwheelsGrowing up, our family friend used to make these tasty appetizers and they soon became a staple for parties chez nous (at our house). I...