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Alsace and Lorraine

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My Easy Sweet Gugelhupf

Here is my Alsatian mother’s recipe for an easy, homemade sweet Kougelhopf (pronounced “Kouglof”). It’s a cake I absolutely love, and I make it very often, much to the delight of the whole ...

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Cream of Jerusalem artichoke soup with bacon

Here is my recipe for Jerusalem artichoke and bacon soup, inspired by Chef Cyril Lignac’s version. Personally, I prefer my bacon crispy, which is why I’ve tweaked the original recipe. The still-warm ...

Provence

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Sautéed zucchini with black olives

These sautéed zucchini with black olives are one of my go-to recipes, which I make all the time once the warm weather arrives. It captures all the flavors of my native Provence: garlic, olive oil, ...

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Orange and Fennel Tarte Tatin

Looking for an original dessert recipe? Is apple pie the only thing you know how to make? Then you'll want to check out this "Tatin-style" orange and fennel tart recipe! Fennel bulbs ...

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Sherry and Shallot Vinaigrette

This recipe for a sherry and shallot vinaigrette comes from the book . This vinaigrette pairs perfectly with asparagus, enhancing its flavor without overpowering it. You can also use it to add a ...

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Light and moist dark chocolate cake

This Easter long weekend, I’m sharing my recipe for a perfectly guilt-free treat: a “light” dark chocolate cake.This cake is made with relatively little fat and sugar, so it’s sure to please ...

Thailand

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Coconut milk with chia seeds

Here is my recipe for a delicious, exotic dessert: coconut milk with chia seeds. Chia seeds, which originate from Mexico, are very rich in protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. When soaked in ...

Southwest

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Garlic Omelet

Here is a traditional recipe from my beautiful region in southwestern France: the young garlic omelet. This dish is a staple of Aquitaine’s culinary traditions, where it’s enjoyed as soon as spring ...

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Rice pudding flavored with pandan and orange blossom

The best rice pudding in the world! Here is my recipe for rice pudding flavored with pandan and orange blossom. Pandan is a plant widely used in Asian cuisine. You can find pandan leaves at specialty ...

India

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Spinach samosa

This recipe for spinach samosas comes from the excellent book . This book is full of culinary gems, many of which are among my favorite recipes. The samosa, or samoussa, is a fried pastry originally ...