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  • Stuffed Rabbit Saddle with Chestnuts and Mushrooms

    by Audrey

    Roasting a majestic stuffed turkey is a Christmas Day classic in France, but not everyone is looking to cook a whole bird in their oven… This stuffed Rabbit Saddle with chestnuts and mushrooms offers a lighter and less-traditional option for your dinner. But still, the key components remain: a lean white meat that is tender and juicy, and the classic French-style stuffing made of creamy chestnuts and earthy mushrooms.

  • Provençal White Wine Beef Daube

    by Audrey

    A very slow-cooked beef stew with bright flavors that are meant to develop with time… It is said that Provençal Daube is best enjoyed re-heated the next day (perfect for cooking ahead). Since visiting and falling in love with Marseille two years ago, I have been on a Provençal cooking streak. Growing up in Brittany, on the opposite side of France, Provençal cuisine was mostly foreign to my palate as a child. But as I reached my twenties, I started to explore new recipes, and for some reason, have always …

  • Pepper Steak with Brandy Sauce

    by Audrey

    The Pepper Steak with Brandy Sauce is a classic of Bistro-style French Cuisine. A thick and juicy steak, adorned by a creamy and fragrant peppercorn sauce, with subtle notes of cognac… It must be enjoyed with a side of French fries, of course! Bastille Day is just around the corner (it’s July 14)! And what better time than the French National Day to cook the iconic Pepper Steak with Brandy Sauce, with a side of French fries? Or as the French would say, the “Steak Frites”. “Un Steak Frites, s’il …

Pardon your French

Let’s bring French flavors to your kitchen! I share uncomplicated and classic recipes, lesser-known regional dishes and a few modern takes. Making French cooking easy, approachable and cliché-free is my priority.