Welcome to the section of my website entirely dedicated to savory French recipes from Monsieur de France. Here you will find simple and tasty dishes from all regions: quiche Lorraine, gratin dauphinois, potée, soups, meats, savory tarts, and regional specialties. Each recipe is explained step by step so you can easily prepare your meals, from lunch to dinner, with the authentic taste of French cuisine.
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What is foie gras? The French delicacy explained
Jérôme Prod'homme
Foie gras is one of those terms many people recognize instantly, but what exactly is it and why is it so closely linked to France? More than a gourmet luxury, foie gras represents centuries of tradition, regional identity and culinary pride in French culture. Produced from the enriched liver of ducks or geese, it has been prepared and celebrated in French kitchens since the Middle Ages, becoming a symbol of festive tables and gastronomic excellence. Yet it also raises questions and controversy due to production methods and ethical debates. Understanding what foie gras truly is involves not just a definition, but its history, how it’s made, and why it holds such a special place in French culinary culture. Here’s a clear look at the origins, meaning and cultural role of foie gras in France and beyond.
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Robuchon mashed potatoes: the most famous French recipe
Jérôme Prod'homme
If mashed potatoes are very, very old - the Romans left us a lot of recipes - mashed potatoes are more recent. Even though "recent" is not necessarily the right word since it is a little more than 2 centuries old. But the man who sublimated the mashed potato is without question Mr. Joël Robuchon. French chef with several stars...
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French Tartiflette Recipe – Savoyard Potato & Cheese Gratin
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Among the most comforting French dishes, Savoyard tartiflette occupies a special place. This gratin from the mountains of Savoie combines potatoes, onions, bacon, and Reblochon, a typical melting cheese. It is a true taste of France, simple and convivial.
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The French Raclette Recipe – A Delicious Winter Tradition
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In France, raclette is more than just melted cheese – it’s a joyful winter ritual shared with family and friends. Around a table filled with cheese, potatoes, and charcuterie, everyone prepares their own plate. If you’ve never tried this iconic mountain dish, it’s time to discover France’s most comforting meal.
Bring the taste of the French coast to your table with a fresh seafood platter. Oysters, shrimp, and crab — a festive meal that’s simple, elegant, and perfect for any celebration. Here’s how to create your own at home.
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French Vinaigrette: Best Recipe & The Chevalier's Legend
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In the United States and a lot of countries, we often find store-bought dressings loaded with sugar and preservatives. But in France, the homemade vinaigrette is a sacred ritual—a simple yet sophisticated blend that elevates any green. Beyond the recipe, there lies a fascinating tale of survival and elegance. Did you know that the world’s most famous salad dressing was saved by a French nobleman fleeing the Revolution? Meet the Chevalier d'Albignac, the man who turned a simple bowl of greens into a fortune.
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from salad to jam, discover dandelion in cooking
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Discover how to cook dandelion, from vegetable honey to gourmet salads. A wild yet edible plant with health benefits and unsuspected flavors, dandelion is an integral part of French culinary tradition.
Ah, the potée! That traditional dish, comforting and full of flavor, that we love to enjoy with family and friends on cold winter days. It's the kind of recipe that makes everyone agree: simple, tasty and, above all, full of human warmth.
The American Doug Larson once said, “Never doubt the courage of the French - they're the ones who discovered that snails were edible.” But this remark is not entirely accurate. While France is renowned for its snail culinary tradition, this delicacy is also enjoyed in the Philippines, Greece, Ghana and far beyond. Discover snails in cooking and some easy recipes
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Best French Cheeses: Top 10 Must-Try Classics
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French cheese is one of the most searched and most admired food products in the world. Soft, hard, blue, creamy or strong: France offers an unmatched diversity that often leaves visitors unsure where to start. This top 10 focuses on the French cheeses everyone expects to find when searching for the very best.
article updated on December 19, 2025
