Mardi Gras : Our Recipe Ideas

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Here you’ll find a selection of recipes to celebrate Mardi Gras, lovingly crafted for you by the site’s foodies!

Mardi Gras is a colorful celebration that combines festivities with culinary delights. It marks the end of the “fat days” before the start of Lent, a period of fasting and abstinence in the Christian tradition.

The date of Mardi Gras varies, as it depends on the liturgical calendar. However, it is always celebrated on the eve of Ash Wednesday, 47 days before Easter. This year, you can celebrate Mardi Gras on Événement inconnu.

Its origins date back to Roman pagan festivals and medieval celebrations, when people enjoyed one last feast before the restrictions of Lent.

In the kitchen, Mardi Gras is synonymous with indulgence, featuring an abundance of beignets, crêpes, waffles, and other treats rich in eggs, butter, and sugar.

Among the must-try specialties are Lyon-style bugnes, merveilles from Provence and the Southwest, waffles from the North, and the famous Anglo-Saxon pancakes.

It’s truly the perfect time to indulge with family or friends, whether you’re fasting for Lent or not!

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My Easy Crêpes Suzette

I’d always heard of crêpes Suzette, but never really knew what they were… A special batter? A mysterious filling? So I set out to discover this recipe, and after doing quite a bit of research and a ...

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English chocolate cake

Here’s the recipe for English chocolate cake, which my neighbor Andrew introduced me to. It’s a classic British recipe perfect for teatime.With this recipe, you’ll learn how to make this delicious ...

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Raw Date and Peanut Brownie

I made this raw brownie recipe with dates and peanuts for a party at a friend's house. Since I'm gluten- and lactose-intolerant myself, I really enjoy this "SGSL" (gluten-free, ...

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Almond and Lemon Shortbread Cookies

Whenever I want to bake cookies for an afternoon snack or a special breakfast, these almond-lemon shortbread cookies are one of my go-to recipes! Compared to other recipes I’ve found online, I’ve ...

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Homemade Dark Chocolate Cookies

It was my buddy Freddie who used to bake these cookies in our dorm, to share with all our friends on the floor. He gave me the recipe after I promised him I’d always use dark chocolate to make them ...

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Chocolate-Caramel-Speculoos Cookie

Here is my recipe for chocolate, caramel, and speculoos cookies.These homemade cookies are the perfect way to add a touch of sweetness and crunch to your tea (or coffee!) time.Enjoy! ...

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Breton Shortbread with Salted Butter

Here is my recipe for Breton shortbread with salted butter—it’s easy to make and includes all the preparation details. Origins Breton shortbread is a regional specialty, rooted in the pastry ...

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My Authentic Lemon Meringue Pie

Here is my recipe for an authentic lemon meringue pie, which I used to bake for the whole family when I was a child. It used to take me several hours back then, but seeing everyone enjoy it more than ...

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Pumpkin Cookies

Here’s my recipe for pumpkin cookies—delicious treats that kids and adults alike will love! The pumpkin flesh adds a delicate flavor and a beautiful orange color to these cookies. Thanks to this ...

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Sweet Crepes with Lemon and Orange Blossom

Here’s my recipe for easy-to-make sweet crepes, flavored with lemon and orange blossom water. With this recipe, you’ll end up with a fluffy, perfectly fragrant crepe batter. You’ll see—the lemon zest ...