French Recipe: Mixed Greens with Pears and Blue Cheese Dressing (SAL)

French Recipe: Mixed Greens with Pears and Blue Cheese Dressing (SAL)

FRENCH RECIPE INGREDIENTS

* 1 cup chopped endive
* 3 cups mixed baby field greens
* 1 medium-sized ripe pear (any variety)
* 4 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts
* Blue Cheese Dressing
* 4 chilled salad dishes

FRENCH RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

Toss the chopped endive and baby field greens together in a large bowl. Transfer 1 cup of the chopped greens to each chilled salad dish. Core the pear, and then cut it lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices. Divide the slices evenly between the salad plates, and arrange them into fan shapes over the chopped greens. Garnish each salad with 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts and 2 tablespoons creamy blue cheese dressing.This recipe makes 4 salads.

Red Pepper Bean Salad Recipe (SAL)

Red Pepper Bean Salad Recipe (SAL)

FRENCH RECIPE INGREDIENTS

* 1 15oz can white beans, drained
* ½ lb green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces and steamed
* ½ cup Kalamata olives
* 1 red bell pepper
* 2 teaspoons lemon zest
* 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
* ¼ cup olive oil
* 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
* 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

FRENCH RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

Toss all ingredients in a bowl, and chill for 2 hours before serving. Makes 8 servings.

Gratin Dauphinois Recipe

Gratin Dauphinois Recipe

This gratin great French recipe of Dauphinois recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Potatoes are double-cooked in seasoned cream and then baked with Gruyere cheese until the gratin is butter-soft. This recipe is the ultimate version of classic potatoes au gratin.

INGREDIENTS

* 5 cups whole milk
* 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
* 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
* 1 1/2 cups crème fraiche (substitute sour cream)
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1/16 teaspoon (pinch) freshly grated nutmeg
* 2 tablespoons butter, softened
* 2/3 cup grated Gruyere cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the potatoes and milk to a gentle simmer. Continue simmering the potatoes for 15 minutes, until they just start to turn tender.

Preheat the oven to 350F. Drain the milk from the pan and add the heavy cream, crème fraiche, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the hot potatoes. Heat the cream-crème fraiche to just under a simmer (a few bubbles are fine) for 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are very tender, but not falling apart.

Butter a large baking dish and spread the potato-cream mixture into the dish. Sprinkle the Gruyere cheese over the potatoes and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown on top.
This gratin Dauphinois French recipe makes 6 large servings. Great taste....nice one ! Bon apetit !

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Frites Recipe

Frites Recipe... a great French recipe to try...nice one !

INGREDIENTS

* 2 large potatoes, peeled
* ¼ teaspoon salt
* Oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut the potatoes lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/3-inch in width. Soak the potatoes in ice-cold water for 1 hour, drain, and pat completely dry. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 325F and fry the potatoes, in batches, for 5 minutes, until they turn golden brown... Drain the frites on fresh paper towels and salt them. This French recipe is ready to serve....bon apetit ! Nice taste !

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Creamy Feta Potatoes Recipe

Creamy Feta Potatoes Recipe ...a nice French recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS

* 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
* ¼ cup sour cream
* 3 tablespoons butter
* ½ teaspoon lemon zest
* 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
* ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
* ½ teaspoon salt, to taste
* 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
* 1-3 tablespoons milk, if necessary

INSTRUCTIONS

Boil potatoes until tender and then drain. Mash potatoes with all remaining ingredients, except the milk. If a creamier texture is desired, add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time. Serve hot or warm.
The French recipe of feta potatoes is ready to serve....bon apetit !
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Braised Red Cabbage Recipe (SIDE)

Braised Red Cabbage ...an amazing French Recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS

* 4 slices bacon, thinly sliced
* 2 onions, thinly sliced
* 1 cinnamon stick
* 1 bay leaf
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 large head red cabbage (about 3 pounds), cored and thinly sliced
* 1 Granny Smith apple, coarsely chopped
* 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
* 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
* 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon until it is crisp. Add the onions, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and 1 teaspoon of salt; sauté for 6 minutes or until the onions are tender. Stir in the cabbage and cook until it is softened slightly. Add the apple, stock, red wine vinegar, sugar, and pepper. Lower the heat and cook, covered, for 45 minutes. Remove the lid, bring to a boil and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the sauce is reduced and thickened. Remove the bay leaf and cinnamon stick; and the French recipe of cabbage is ready to serve warm...bon apetit !
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Braised Broccoli Rabe Recipe (SIDE)

Braised Broccoli Rabe Recipe ..a great French recipe to try ! Nice one !

INGREDIENTS

* 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
* 1 onion, minced
* 2 cloves garlic, pressed
* 2 lbs broccoli rabe, washed and sliced
* 3 tablespoons chicken stock

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions for 3 minutes, and then cook the garlic with the onions for an additional 2 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe to the skillet and sauté it for 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock, stir, and then cook, covered, for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve. The French recipe of braised broccoli is ready to serve.
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