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Say “oui” to our tasty French recipes! Choose an everyday French offering you already love, or try something new like our rustic and vegetarian recipes.

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    French Hot Chocolate

    Throw that powdered drink mix to the side! It's time to make French hot chocolate with thick, rich cream and melted chunks of real dark chocolate.

    Berry Crepes with Coconut-Pistachio Crunch

    After finishing basic training in the U.S. Army, my first meal back was brunch. In the mess hall, they had...


    Croque-Monsieur

    If you love regular ham sandwiches, try our recipe for croque-monsieur—an elevated version made with creamy bechamel and Gruyere cheese.


    Fondant Potatoes

    Fondant potatoes (AKA melting potatoes) are made by adding chicken stock to the pan with the potatoes in the oven....


    French Onion Soup

    My daughter and I enjoy spending time together cooking, but our days are busy so we appreciate quick and tasty...

    Hazelnut Macarons

    You don’t have to be an expert in French cooking to whip up these sandwich cookies. The crisp, chewy macarons...


    Croque-Madame

    My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If...

    French Meat Stuffing

    A traditional holiday treat in Quebec, French meat stuffing is a savory combination of pork, beef, potatoes and warm autumnal...


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    Slow-Simmered Burgundy Beef Stew

    Don't be intimidated at the idea of making Beef Bourguignon, it's just a farmhouse stew with an accent. This recipe...


    Steak Frites

    This steak frites recipe features perfectly cooked steak and homemade fries for a classic French bistro dish that's bound to...


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    Sidecar

    This timeless sipper is bright, crisp, and citrusy, with a warm kick from cognac. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Madeleines

    Are buttery, shell-shaped French madeleines more cookies or cakes? Learn how to make this madeleine cookie recipe and decide for...


    French 75

    The classy French 75 recipe is proof that sophisticated doesn't have to mean difficult. All you need is your favorite...


    Mezcal Negroni

    If you enjoy complex cocktails, don't pass up the mezcal Negroni. This smoky, herbaceous, pleasantly bitter tipple is simple enough...


    Negroni Sbagliato

    Everyone is talking about this now-viral cocktail, the Negroni sbagliato. But how do you make it? And how do you...


    Homemade Grand Marnier

    Love orange liqueur? Use our Grand Marnier recipe to make your very own right at home.

    Pear Tarte Tatin

    Move over apples, because pear tarte Tatin is having a moment.


    Kugelhopf

    Move over, stollen! Kugelhopf is the stunning bread centerpiece your Christmas festivity needs.


    Fougasse

    This fougasse bread recipe is just as good for a special occasion as it is for an everyday loaf.


    Kir Royal

    Kir royal is a two-ingredient French cocktail that’s swimming with rich black currant flavor and layered with all the nuanced...


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    Croque-Madame

    The croque-madame is a classic French bistro sandwich that you can easily make in your own kitchen.


    Tarte Tatin

    Everyone at the table will flip over this tarte Tatin! The apples are cooked in a caramel sauce, baked with...


    French Cruller Doughnuts

    Looking for a fancy breakfast pastry? Learn how to make delicate, swirled French cruller doughnuts at home.


    Lemon Macarons

    These light and airy lemon macarons are perfect for special occasions or to give as gifts. —Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


    Strawberry Macarons

    These strawberry macarons have a sweet surprise in the filling: strawberry jam. To keep the jam contained, pipe the frosting...

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    Duck with Brandy Bing Cherry Sauce

    Elegant, delicious and colorful, this French duck dish is perfect to serve for special occasions. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia


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    Christmas Macarons

    Win the award for prettiest holiday cookies when you make these artful Christmas macarons. Classic vanilla, hot chocolate, peppermint and...


    French Potato Salad

    French potato salad is a pleasant change of pace from the traditional versions. It's a lighter take on the usual...


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    Potatoes Lyonnaise

    Potatoes Lyonnaise is a simple, classic side dish recipe that combines rich, buttery potatoes with aromatic onions and rosemary.


    Vegetable Tian

    This colorful, hearty and delicious dish originated in Provence, France. A mandoline makes easy work of slicing all the vegetables...


    Easy Coq au Vin

    Introduce French bistro vibes to your table with our easy coq au vin, a classic French stew you can whip...