Prepared in advance : Our Recipe Ideas

Prepared in advance : All recipes and menus

Here you’ll find all the recipes that are perfect for making ahead of time—carefully crafted with love by the site’s foodies!

Preparing meals in advance is a simple and effective way to stay organized in your daily life. Recipes that can be planned ahead save time, reduce the stress of last-minute meals, and help you take better control of your diet.

Whether it’s for daily lunches, family dinners, or meals with friends, “make-ahead” cooking adapts to every lifestyle.

On this page, you’ll find a selection of recipes designed to be prepared several hours—or even several days—before serving.

Gratins, slow-cooked dishes, mixed salads, desserts, or freeze-friendly preparations: these recipes retain their flavor and even improve with time. They’re ideal for optimal organization without compromising on taste.

Cooking ahead also means making more mindful choices: less waste, better-planned menus, and balanced meals always ready to go.

Discover practical and delicious ideas here to plan your meals ahead and make the most of your time, both in the kitchen and at the table!

Southwest

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Semi-cooked foie gras medallions

Here is the recipe for semi-cured foie gras medallions, which I made for the first time during a "cook-meeting"-style cooking class. The preparation method we were taught that evening is ...

Morocco

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Chicken Tagine with Candied Lemon

Here is my recipe for a classic Moroccan dish that is also very popular in France: chicken tagine with preserved lemon and olives. In the Maghreb, the term “tajine” refers to both the cooking pot and ...

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Foie Gras and Fig Cake

Here’s my recipe for foie gras and fig cake—it’s perfect for a pre-dinner cocktail party during the holiday season! It’s a very easy dish to prepare, and you’ll only need ingredients you already have ...

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Chocolate cup with light coconut mousse

Here is the recipe for chocolate cups with coconut mousse. I made this exquisite dessert during a cooking class focused on working with chocolate. As you may know, shaping chocolate into various ...

Vietnam

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Traditional spring rolls

Here is my recipe for traditional spring rolls, just as I made—and enjoyed—them during a get-together with friends. Spring rolls are an iconic dish of Vietnamese cuisine, known for their freshness ...

Provence

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My Southern-style vegetable tian

Here’s my recipe for a southern-style vegetable tian, which is a staple of my summer meals. These oven-roasted Provençal vegetables are both flavorful and light, making them perfect for summer days ...

Burgundy

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My Easy Gougère

Here’s my recipe for an easy gougère, which I got from a friend who’s originally from Burgundy. The gougère is indeed an iconic Burgundian specialty, originating from central-eastern France. It ...

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Herb-Marinated Tofu

Here’s my super-simple recipe for tofu marinated in fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, tarragon, basil, parsley, etc.). Tofu, also known as "soy cheese," has a fairly neutral flavor. That’s why ...

Argentina

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Eggplant in Escabèche Sauce

A recipe straight from Argentina, in its original version without subtitles (for now)... Thanks, Ana!!! ...

Germany

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Cream of Butternut Squash and Coconut Soup with Spices

I discovered this recipe for pumpkin and coconut milk soup at a Naturalia store when I was living in Germany. They were hosting an event featuring gingerbread spices, complete with a tasting... And I ...