The everyday experts in the ThriftyFun community share their favorite recipes for French food.
Poulet au Pastis (Chicken with Anise Liqueur)Once again, here is a recipe from the south east of France. I know this one is going to be complex to make for non French, but it has two important culinary elements from my region:
Coq au Vin (Rooster in Red Wine)Coq au vin is a real star of traditional French recipes, known internationally as one of the best examples of French gastronomy. This dish combines two symbols of France - rooster and wine!
Ratatouille RecipesThis French dish has been made for centuries, combining zucchini, eggplant, and peppers to make a delicious and hearty stew. Modern versions can be prepared in a variety of ways and with different ingredients, like tomatoes. This page contains ratatouille recipes.
Crepe RecipesA thin, fried batter that can be filled with many different things for a meal or desserts. This page contains crepe recipes.
Quiche LorraineHeat oven to 425 degrees F. Stir baking mix and 1/4 cup light cream to make a soft dough. Knead 5 times.
Tourtier (French Meat Pie)This is recipe passed to me from my mother in-law, who's mother and grand mother passed it down the line. It's tasty and I am lucky if I can get it in to a pie shell before most is grabbed in a bowl with crusty bread.
French Chicken MarengoThis rustic French dish was created to celebrate Napoleon's victory at the battle of Marengo in Piedmont, Northern Italy. After the battle Napoleon's troops sacked the countryside for chickens, plum tomatoes, oranges and local wine.
Golden Beef QuicheRub pie shell with margarine. Brown ground beef and onion in medium skillet, stirring until crumbly. Spoon into pie shell. Combine ingredients in large bowl, mixing well. Pour over ground beef. Bake at 375 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until quiche tests done.
Trooper 73's Italian Artchoke QuicheMy sister sent this recipe to me saying it's the best. Family and relatives always ask her to make this for special occasions. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat oil in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Chicken L'OrangeIn skillet, slowly saute' chicken in butter 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Mix cornstarch and juice; stir in 57 sauce and marmalade.
Sausage and Lentil CasseroleThis casserole is an old French favorite, it demonstrates simple home-cooking at its best giving a hearty and delicious taste of the traditional French kitchen. It makes a delicious and quick hot meal when served with fresh French bread. This recipe can be adapted for vegetarians by substituting the sausages for beans.
Creamy RatatouilleThis is a beautiful vegetable ratatouille that is immersed in a tomato sauce, swirled with a homemade Bechamel sauce. It's lovely and crisp on top, and soft and creamy on the bottom. This is a delight to enjoy any time of the year.
Coq au Vin (Rooster in Red Wine)Coq au vin is a real star of traditional French recipes, known internationally as one of the best examples of French gastronomy. This dish combines two symbols of France - rooster and wine!
Making CrepesThese thin pancakes are delicious and just as easy to make as classic pancakes. If you are making them for more than 2 people, I would suggest using more than one pan.
Poulet au Pastis (Chicken with Anise Liqueur)Once again, here is a recipe from the south east of France. I know this one is going to be complex to make for non French, but it has two important culinary elements from my region:
