If you’re looking for a tasty way to use your summer zucchini, this light and savory Zucchini Ricotta and Goat Cheese Tart is for you. The mix of ricotta, goat cheese, garlic, and basil deliciously enhances the mild flavor of the thin layer of zucchini. This vegetarian Zucchini Ricotta and Goat Cheese Tart is my…
Classic French Tomato and Mustard Tart is a recipe that French people enjoy most in summer when tomatoes are in season. At first, when you look at the list of ingredients, this Classic French Tomato and Mustard tart seems maybe too basic. However, it definitely has some tasty flavors on each bite. What is its secret?…
Classic Madeleines of Commercy are small, iconic French cakes shaped like shells with a distinct little bump on the top. They are soft in the center and slightly crunchy on the edges. Though their shape is complex, they use simple ingredients including eggs, sugar, flour, melted butter, and some lemon or orange for flavor. I love these…
These Apricot Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are really addictive. Every time I make them for school, neighbors, and my husband’s co-workers, I always get so many compliments. They are healthy and not too sugary. The old-fashioned rolled oats give them a nice texture and the dark chocolate more “gourmandise”! These soft and chewy cookies are favorites in our…
Veal is tender and delicate meat that we enjoy eating from time to time. One of our favorite dishes with veal is “Blanquette de Veau” ( Creamy French Veal Stew). But, the weather is not cold enough yet to make this famous hearty dish. I wanted something lighter. When I saw the oranges in my…
Ratatouille is a colorful summer dish from Provence (southeastern France) made of eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. I always make this authentic recipe of Ratatouille, but it takes quite some time because each vegetable cooks separately before being tossed together. Recently, I tried this Easy Oven-Baked…
Rhubarb on a thin layer of apple with light pastry cream is the perfect combo of tartness and sweetness in this French Rhubarb Apple Tart! A simple family recipe that you will surely enjoy. This year, I was so happy to find fresh rhubarb at my Whole Foods Market twice in a row. I really…
Chicken and Black Bean Quesadillas are an easy meal to make when you have some leftover chicken on hand. Even though they are not the traditional Mexican quesadillas, these are the ones that my family always wants. In my quesadillas, I use a mix of chicken and black beans. It is a good way to add…
