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Pentecost is celebrated fifty days after Easter. This religious holiday commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit, symbolized by a dove.

Every year, Pentecost marks a special time when families take advantage of the long weekend to gather for a convivial meal.

Ingredients for the Pentecost meal

This Christian holiday does not have strict culinary traditions. However, it falls at a time when spring produce is at its peak.

In particular, you’ll find fresh vegetables, fresh herbs, seasonal cheeses, light tarts, and vibrant red berries.

A Pentecost meal therefore showcases cuisine full of freshness and spring flavors.

For Pentecost, veal is the star!

For the main course, veal is traditionally served in France for Pentecost meals.

While Christmas turkey or Easter lamb are linked to religion, that is not the case here. Simply put, since calves are born in winter, their meat is widely available in markets in early spring. Consequently, it is often less expensive during this season.

In terms of flavor, veal is prized for being milder and less fatty than the lamb served at Easter. This delicate meat is therefore a perfect match for the spring season.

Veal is often prepared as a blanquette, roast, grenadin, or sautéed with spring vegetables. Its tenderness makes it an ideal choice for family dishes that simmer gently.

Veal is also well-suited to more contemporary recipes that emphasize simplicity and the quality of the ingredients.

What dessert for Pentecost?

When it comes to desserts, the Colombier is traditionally prepared in Marseille.

It’s a cake made with almonds and melon, in spring colors, and flavored with kirsch. Hidden inside is a figurine shaped like a dove.

Picnics in the park...

The Pentecost weekend is also a great time for picnics.

If the weather permits, treat yourself to some grilled meats and a colorful salad buffet, followed by fruity desserts 😋

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Milanese-style breaded veal cutlet

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Here is a simple recipe for Milanese-style breaded veal cutlets, which my mom used to make for us when I was a child. Milanese-style breaded veal cutlets are a classic Italian dish, famous for their ...

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Quick Veal Blanquette

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Veal blanquette? It's quick and easy! I hope this recipe will win you over—provided you have a pressure cooker in your kitchen. If you prefer other meats besides veal, you can easily adapt this ...

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Veal Rolls with Lentils

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This recipe for veal rolls with lentils is one of my favorite dishes for adding a gourmet touch to my dinners with friends. I got it from the excellent book , which features a selection of original, ...

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Veal Shoulder with Lemon

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Sautéed veal with carrots, served with a spiced wine sauce

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Thanks to Thomas for this recipe for veal stir-fry, slow-cooked with carrots and other vegetables in a fabulous sauce made with red wine, spices, and herbs. We enjoyed this authentic, flavorful dish ...

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My Milanese-style veal osso buco

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I’ve tried several osso buco recipes, but this traditional Milanese-style veal osso buco is definitely my favorite, with its mixed vegetables and slightly lemony sauce. Osso buco (which could be ...

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Veal stir-fry with olives

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I’d been wanting to try this recipe for veal sauté with olives for a long time—I found it in an old cookbook that belonged to my grandmother. I’m so glad I did, because it was a hit right from the ...

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