Today, we’re offering a quick recipe to make your own homemade vanilla sugar (sucre vanillé). Many French dessert recipes call for vanilla sugar but it is not always easy to find it in a grocery store. At Art of the Home, we prefer to make our own. It’s all natural, more cost effective than getting […]
Tarte à l’Oignon et au Jambon (Onion Tart with Ham)
Today, we’re featuring a variation on the classic French onion tart — tarte à l’oignon et au jambon (onion tart with ham). French onion tart is a French specialty from the Alsace region (North-Eastern area of France). This onion tart with ham is delicious for a quick dinner. Check our detailed Art of the Home recipe and […]
Classic French Dessert: Pain Perdu (French Toast)
Today, we’re featuring a delicious classic French dessert or snack — pain perdu (French toast). Pain perdu literally means “ruined bread”. In the old days, pain perdu was made to save old bread and crusts. Traditionally, it was also served in the South of France around Easter. Pain perdu is so delicious and moist, nobody will ever know it […]
French Side Dish: Julienne de Légumes (Julienne Vegetables)
Today, we’re featuring a simple French side dish recipe — the julienne de légumes (julienne vegetables). The julienne de légumes is basically a beautiful display of simmered vegetable sliced in thin sticks. This delicious healthy dish is a great companion to any seafood (excellent with grilled scallops) but can also pair well with chicken and […]
Gâteau Fondant au Chocolat (Chocolate Fondant Cake)
Today, we’re featuring a delicious classic French dessert — the gâteau fondant au chocolat (chocolate fondant cake). This chocolate cake is so delicious, it melts in your mouth! It is very versatile — it can be served at a children’s birthday party or dressed up to conclude a fabulous five-course dinner. Art of the Home chocolate fondant cake […]
French Kitchen Classic: Smoked Salmon Plate
Today, we’re featuring a simple starter to serve for a special meal or a holiday sit down dinner — a smoked salmon plate (assiette de saumon fumé). In France, it is served as a cold first course (entrée froide/hors d’oeuvre froid) and is a classic offered during a French multi-course Christmas dinner or Christmas lunch. Check […]
French Kitchen: Banana Tips and Making Simple Banana Desserts
Today, we are offering kitchen tips and ideas on how to make a few quick and simple banana desserts. Bananas make for great, healthy desserts and there are quite a few easy variations to spice things up. Children love a “Banane au Sucre” (Sugar Banana) as an afternoon snack and for a delicious quick warm dessert, […]
French Kitchen Classic: Carottes Râpées (Grated Carrots Salad)
Today, we’re featuring a classic everyday type French dish — carottes râpées (grated carrots salad). A low calorie dish, carottes râpées are a great way to help your family eat their veggies (and get all the benefits of carrots) while enjoying a delicious dish — they may be asking for more! In France, it is typically […]
French Kitchen: Goat Cheese & Chicken Salad in Sauce Vinaigrette
Today, we’re featuring a quick salad dish perfect for a spring lunch or to enjoy during a weekend picnic. It’s very convenient to make if you have leftover roasted or barbecued chicken. Check our easy recipe and Art of the Home suggestions below. Enjoy and bon appétit! Chicken & Goat Cheese Salad in Sauce Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS (for 4 […]
French Kitchen Classic: Chocolate Mousse Dessert
Today, we’re featuring a favorite French dessert sure to please chocolate lovers of all ages, the Mousse au Chocolat (Chocolate Mousse). Chocolate mousse makes a wonderful dessert after a meal or simply served as an afternoon treat for children. Check our detailed recipe and Art of the Home suggestions below. Enjoy and bon appétit! Chocolate Mousse […]