Recent news from the Telegraph reveals a huge comeback in French cuisine, and needless to say, we’re not surprised. As more people look to embark on culinary adventures from across the globe, the rich and sophisticated nature of French cooking becomes an enticing choice for food enthusiasts.
French cuisine is renowned for its use of high-quality, fresh ingredients, intricate preparation techniques, and artistic presentations. Not only that, but many French recipes embrace innovation and creativity and allow people to take classic recipes and add their own unique twists.
To help those who are wanting to learn more about French cuisine, HelloFresh UK senior recipe development manager, Mimi Morley, has shared some of her favourite french recipes, which can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home, in just a few simple steps.
Roasted chicken in Béarnaise sauce
Chicken is a staple in French culinary traditions, and this roasted chicken in Béarnaise sauce recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The Béarnaise sauce, with its origins dating back to early 19th-century France, is a derivative of Hollandaise sauce and is characterised by its opaque light yellow hue and remarkably smooth and creamy texture, adding a touch of culinary elegance to the roasted chicken dish.
Classique French onion soup
French onion soup is a bistro staple, one of those ultra-comforting dishes you always order but never think to make at home. But now it’s time to master it in your own kitchen. This elevated take on the classic recipe includes deeply caramelised onions spiked with balsamic and fresh thyme, a rich mushroom stock, and melty Gruyère toasts. There’s also a bright Dijon apple side salad to round things out.
Pesto salmon en croûte
A true classic French main course dish. This pesto salmon en croûte recipe is delicious and so easy to make. Buttery salmon fillets are topped with cream cheese and pesto and wrapped carefully in a puff pastry crust to create the real taste of French luxury at home.
Cheesy ratatouille pasta bake
Ratatouille is a beloved classic of Southern French cuisine. This vegetarian recipe combines a variety of vegetables and pasta, generously topped with melted cheese, to create a dish bursting with delicious flavour.
