Lemon Chicken Paillard
Paillard is a French culinary term thinly sliced or pounded meat, which is easier to cook and has quicker cooking times as a result of that. …
Category: French
French Onion Soup with a Halal Substitute for Red Wine
, I’ve also always loved the very classic French Onion Soup, or “Soupe a l’Oignon”, as the French say it. My mom made it at home a…
Salmon Baked in Papillote with Dill & Thyme
Salmon is one of the easiest types of fish to make on a regular basis. It’s thick texture stays together nicely when cooking, so whether…
Super Quick Cherry Galette
Let’s face it- we’re all busy. We want to eat healthy and watch the ingredients in our food products for safety and for their halal…
French Beans with Garlic, Cumin and Toasted Sesame
French green beans are one of my favorite side dishes. They’re light, go well with most foods and make me feel content that I’m getting…
Parmesan & Feta Quiche
Everyone is talking about this year’s daily fasts in Ramadan being so long because sunset (the time when the fast is broken) will come a…
No-Bake Chocolate Terrine
A terrine is something that has been baked or prepared in a loaf pan. Most commonly known for meat dishes, terrines (a French term) can…
Cherry Tomato and Sharp Cheddar Cheese Quiche
One of my favorite things about pie crust is that it’s so versatile once you have some ideas of what to do with it. It’ s a…
Chicago French Market
When you live in a big city like I do, it doesn’t mean you always get a chance to see the touristy spots like visitors…
How to Make Creme Fraiche
Those of you who have been reading this blog for a while probably already know that I have a pure affinity for crème frâiche, or…
