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Sardine Tartines
This recipe was made for those who typically do not like sardines (including myself) because sardines have some major health benefits....
alisonbonifacy
Sep 15, 2021
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Cherry Tomato Savory Tart
As I have previously highlighted, the French love to make savory ‘tarts’ in the summer to serve at barbecues and picnics. This is because...
alisonbonifacy
Aug 3, 2021
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Potato Salad, Tzatziki-Style
My husband loves ‘American’ potato salad, but a lot of mayonnaise is needed to make a good potato salad really creamy. I adapted this...
alisonbonifacy
Jun 20, 2021
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Fresh Corn and Black Bean Salad
While the French are not big fans of corn on the cob, this delicious recipe is the first thing I make when fresh corn is in season and...
alisonbonifacy
Jun 7, 2021
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White and Green Bean Salad
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,...
alisonbonifacy
Jun 7, 2021
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Turmeric Couscous and Roasted Vegetables
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...
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May 1, 2021
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Roasted Vegetable Clafoutis
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...
alisonbonifacy
Mar 25, 2021
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Leeks with Vinaigrette and Eggs Mimosa
Many traditional French bistros offer poireaux vinaigrette (boiled or broiled leeks with a vinaigrette dressing) as a starter course....
alisonbonifacy
Feb 24, 2021
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Seared Scallops over Melted Saffron Leeks
This lovely French scallop recipe actually comes from my friend Veronique at Cuisine Elegante. I first made it during one of her virtual...
alisonbonifacy
Jan 4, 2021
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Six-Vegetable Potage (Thick Soup)
Variations of this typical French vegetable soup can be found on bistro menus (and our dining room table) throughout winter in France. At...
alisonbonifacy
Oct 15, 2020
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Warm Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Salad
This simple warm salad recipe with a French bistro-style vinaigrette makes for a lovely starter course or tasty lunch. Easy to assemble...
alisonbonifacy
Sep 23, 2020
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Summer Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tian
You have probably heard of ratatouille, but have you met its near cousin, the tian? A tian, or tian Provençale, is actually the name of...
alisonbonifacy
Aug 28, 2020
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Heirloom 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,...
alisonbonifacy
Aug 18, 2020
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Linguine, Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil and Brie
This yummy vegetarian pasta dish is perfect for a summer dinner or lunch or as a side dish to go with what you have grilled up. The...
alisonbonifacy
Aug 17, 2020
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Crispy Burrata, Tomatoes and Basil Oil
A summer staple here in France is tomates mozza, a very simple, rustic tomato and mozzarella salad. I don’t know when or how this trend...
alisonbonifacy
Jul 22, 2020
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Summery Shells and Shrimp Salad
Cold, make-ahead salads with lots of fresh vegetables are great for hot summer days and nights. This is a favorite of ours and our...
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Jul 8, 2020
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Deep-Dish French Quiche
My 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...
alisonbonifacy
Jun 3, 2020
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Californian Chicken Salad Sandwich
Under lockdown, I found myself making a lot of sandwiches for us. Mayonnaise is not good for our arteries so with an overripe avocado and...
alisonbonifacy
May 29, 2020
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Chicken and Rice Spring Salad
Asparagus, peas, scallions, lemon… some all-stars when Spring comes around here in France! I love this fresh salad that highlights spring...
alisonbonifacy
May 22, 2020
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Herb-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...
alisonbonifacy
May 11, 2020
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