alisonbonifacySep 15, 2021Sardine TartinesThis recipe was made for those who typically do not like sardines (including myself) because sardines have some major health benefits....
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...
alisonbonifacyJun 20, 2021Potato Salad, Tzatziki-StyleMy husband loves ‘American’ potato salad, but a lot of mayonnaise is needed to make a good potato salad really creamy. I adapted this...
alisonbonifacyJun 7, 2021Fresh Corn and Black Bean SaladWhile 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...
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 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...
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...
alisonbonifacyFeb 24, 2021Leeks with Vinaigrette and Eggs MimosaMany traditional French bistros offer poireaux vinaigrette (boiled or broiled leeks with a vinaigrette dressing) as a starter course....
alisonbonifacyJan 4, 2021Seared 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...
alisonbonifacyOct 15, 2020Six-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...
alisonbonifacySep 22, 2020Warm 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...
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 16, 2020Linguine, 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...
alisonbonifacyJul 22, 2020Crispy 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...
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...