French Palate's Recipes

Heat the oil in a pan, add the garlic and onion and fry for 10 minutes until soft, but not coloured. Add the bacon, tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover and cook for 30 to 35 minutes. Puree in an electric blender, then strain, or rub through a... - 29.3201

Season the lamb cutlets with salt and pepper. Cook under a preheated grill for 10 to 12 minutes until golden. Drain on kitchen paper; allow to cool. Melt the butter in a pan, add the mushrooms, livers, garlic, wine, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook... - 40.1668

Secure the pork with string and place in a pan with the bones, rind and trotter. Add the remaining ingredients, except the egg whites and shells. Cover with water, bring slowly to the boil, skim, cover and simmer for 2 1/2 hours. Take out the pork. Simmer for... - 41.2619

Mix the shallots and parsley together, with salt and pepper to taste. Score the chops on both sides and spread with the mixture. Spoon over a little butter. Cook under a preheated medium grill for about 15 minutes on each side until tender. Transfer the chops... - 36.9186

Place the garlic, bouquet garni and water in a pan and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Cool, remove both from the pan, discard the bouquet garni and peel the garlic. Pound the garlic in a mortar with the water from the pan until smooth. Spoon half the garlic... - 29.9704

Cook the chestnuts in boiling water for 15 minutes. Drain, cool, skin and chop. Mix with the shallots, parsley, egg, and salt and pepper to taste. Place the apples in a pan and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Mix into the stuffing, with the pork. Put the... - 40.845

Remove the mushroom stalks and chop them finely. Melt half the butter in a pan, add the mushroom caps and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside. Soak the bread in water for a few minutes, then squeeze almost dry and place in a basin. Melt the... - 37.2222

Put the fruit, glace cherries, peel, rum and orange juice in a bowl and mix well. Leave to soak for about 15 minutes. Cream the butter and sugar together in another bowl until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Sift in the flour,... - 47.2252

To make the Swiss meringue: Whisk the egg whites until stiff.. Gradually whisk in the sugar and add the vanilla essence. Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a 2.5 cm (1 inch) plain nozzle. Pipe 20 fingers 10 cm (4 inches) long onto a baking sheet. Draw an 18... - 39.2652

Melt the butter in a pan, add the chicken pieces and fry until browned on all sides. Remove from the pan. Add the onions and shallots to the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, add the vermouth and ignite. When the flames have died down,... - 38.2887

Whisk the egg whites until stiff. Gradually whisk in the caster sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence. Spoon the meringue into a piping bag fitted with a 1 cm (1/2 inch) plain nozzle. Draw 4 circles 7.5 cm (3 inches) in diameter onto baking sheets lined with... - 37.9999

Mix the yeast with the water and caster sugar and leave for about 10 minutes until frothy. Put the flour and sugar in a bowl and make a well in the centre. Add the yeast mixture. Break in the eggs and add the salt. Work to a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and... - 39.2607

Melt the butter in a frying pan, add the garlic and onion and fry until softened but not browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour in the sherry. Bring to the boil and boil until most of the liquid has evaporated. Add the cream and simmer until... - 36.8548

Put the escalopes between sheets of greaseproof paper and beat until thin. Cut each slice of ham in half. Place a half ham slice, a spring onion and a stick of cheese on each veal escalope and roll up. Tie with string or secure with wooden cocktail... - 40.2405

Heat the oil in a pan, add the shallots and fry until soft. Add the tomatoes, peppercorns, coriander seeds, herbs, and salt to taste. Stir in the mushrooms and wine, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer the mushrooms to a serving dish. Discard the... - 36.8504

Melt 50 g (2 oz) of the butter in a pan, add the onions and cook until soft, but not coloured. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add the fonds blanc de veau or milk, stirring constantly. Bring to the boil and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the... - 34.1703

1. Using a sharp knife, separate bones from meat, leaving both ends intact, to make a pocket. Trim excess fat from outside of rack. 2. Place blueberries or blackcurrants in a bowl and season to taste with black pepper. Place half the fruit mixture in pocket... - 24.8875

Melt the butter in a pan, add the onion, carrots, celery and bacon and cook for 10 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until golden. Remove from the heat and gradually stir in the fonds brun or beef stock. Add the bouquet garni, tomato puree, and salt... - 34.2111

1. Place eggplant slices in a colander set over a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Set aside to stand for 10 minutes, then rinse under cold running water and pat dry with absorbent kitchen paper. 2. Heat oil in a nonstick frying pan over a medium heat. Add garlic... - 35.7344

Lay the lamb, skin side down, on a board. Slice 1 garlic clove and crush the other. Put half the rosemary in a roasting pan. Put the crushed garlic, chopped herbs, shallots, ginger, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl and mix well. Spread over the lamb and... - 40.4283

1. Heat a nonstick frying pan over a medium heat, add steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked to your liking. Remove steaks from pan, set aside and keep warm. 2. Add spring onions, garlic and 2 tablespoons stock to pan and cook, stirring,... - 26.7116

Melt the butter in a pan, add the spring onions and cook for 2 minutes. Add the beans and cook for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the lettuce and herbs and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the herbs and transfer to a warmed serving... - 26.1032

To make the batter, put the flour in a bowl and gradually beat in the remaining ingredients. Continue beating until smooth. Cover and chill for 2 hours. Lightly oil a 16-18 cm (6 1/2-7 inch) frying pan and place over moderate heat. Pour in just enough batter... - 42.6351

Prick the skin of the ducklings with a fork and season liberally with salt and pepper. Place in a roasting pan and cook in a preheated moderately hot oven, 200°C (400°F), Gas Mark 6, for about 1 1/4 hours until tender. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan,... - 31.475

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over a medium heat, add onions or shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until onions or shallots are golden. Add wine and stock, bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. 2. Add... - 28.7572

Slice the leeks very finely and arrange in a salad bowl. Put the dressing ingredients in a screw-topped jar and shake well. Pour over the leeks, add the capers and toss well. Chill for 1 hour before serving. - 35.0157

Mix together the butter, tarragon, garlic, with salt and pepper to taste, and place inside the chicken. Place, breast down, in a roasting pan and cook in a preheated moderate oven, 180°C (350°F), Gas Mark 4, for 45 minutes. Turn the chicken onto its back,... - 38.8955

Sift the flour and salt together into a bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Mix in the egg and sufficient water to make a pliable dough. Wrap in foil and chill for 1 to 2 hours. Melt the butter in a pan, add the onions and... - 43.0549

Rub the raspberries through a sieve or puree in an electric blender, then sieve to remove pips. Mix the puree with the orange and lemon juices and the sugar. Chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour. Whip the cream with the water until it forms soft... - 40.8312

Layer the cabbage, apples, onions and peppers in a casserole. Sprinkle with the orange rind, garlic, and salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste. Repeat until all the ingredients are used. Pour over the wine and vinegar. Cover and cook in a preheated moderate oven,... - 39.3534

Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the onion and green pepper and fry until softened. Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring, until the cheese has melted and the mixture is hot. Spread onto savoury biscuits or small toast rounds or squares... - 26.5871

Put the water and butter in a pan and bring to the boil. Take off the heat, add the flour and salt and beat until the paste is smooth and forms a ball. Cool slightly, then gradually beat in the eggs, to form a smooth shiny paste. Spoon into a piping bag... - 39.6042

Boil the eggs for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from the pan, cool in cold water, then shell. Put the consomme in a pan with the tarragon sprigs; heat gently to simmering point. Remove from the heat and leave to infuse for 15 minutes, then remove the tarragon. If... - 26.9273

1. Arrange lettuce leaves on a large serving platter or in a large salad bowl. 2. Top with beans, red pepper, artichokes, tomatoes, cucumber, spring onions, anchovy fillets, tuna, olives and eggs. 3. Drizzle with oil and season to taste with black pepper. - 35.377

1. To make tapenade, process olives, anchovy fillet, capers, oil, garlic and lemon juice in a food processor or blender to make a paste. Transfer to a small bowl, add yogurt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to serve. 2. To... - 35.1079

Work the fruit in an electric blender or rub through a sieve until smooth. Put the sugar, lemon juice and water in a pan and heat, stirring, until dissolved. Bring to the boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Cool, then stir into the puree. Turn into a freezerproof... - 34.6256

1. Unroll loin and make a cut in the middle of the fleshy part of the meat and lay out. Score rind at 2 cm/3/4 in intervals. Place pork, rind side down, and top with a layer of fennel slices, leaving a 2 cm/3/4 in border. Sprinkle with half the fennel seeds... - 32.364

Melt half the butter in a flameproof casserole, add the pheasant and fry until browned on all sides; remove from the pan. Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook gently for 10 minutes. Return the pheasant to the pan, add the fonds brun or beef stock,... - 36.8878

Remove the skin from the gammon and most of the fat, leaving a layer about 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick. Place in a bowl and pierce all over with a fork. Put the orange juice, sugar, mustard, spices and 2 teaspoons of the rum essence in a saucepan and bring to the... - 39.3551

Sift the flour and salt onto a board, make a well in the centre and put in the hazelnuts, sugar, butter and egg yolk. Work the flour into the centre, using the fingers; mix to a smooth paste. Cover and chill for 1 hour. Divide the dough into 3 pieces. Roll... - 40.6162

Melt the butter in a pan, add the garlic and fry until browned; discard. Add the coral and white scallop flesh to the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Sprinkle in the parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Pile into warmed individual serving dishes and serve... - 24.167

Carefully dip the macaroons into the liqueur. Arrange in the base of a gratin dish. Sprinkle over any remaining Grand Marnier and 1 tablespoon sugar. Beat the egg yolks and remaining sugar until thick and creamy. Whisk the egg whites until stiff and fold into... - 30.3496

Heat the oil in a heavy-based pan, add the bacon and fry until golden and crisp. Arrange the potatoes, cheese and bacon in layers in a greased ovenproof dish, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the top with garlic and parsley. Cover... - 29.9006

Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs, then stir in the sugar. Mix in enough water to give a smooth, pliable dough. Divide the dough into 4 pieces and roll each into a square. Fill the centres of... - 39.9365

Season the veal with salt and pepper to taste. Melt the butter in a large frying pan, add the garlic and mushrooms and fry until soft. Remove and set aside. Add the veal and cook for 3 minutes on each side, until just tender. Pour in the Madeira or Marsala... - 32.4824

Cook the rice in boiling salted water for 12 to 14 minutes until just tender. Drain well and allow to cool. Melt the butter in a pan, add the garlic and onion and fry until golden. Add the mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes. Stir into the rice. Cut the... - 41.5323

1. Melt butter in a frying pan over a medium heat, add garlic and onions and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until onions are soft. 2. Add carrots, beans, artichokes and stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables... - 29.3008

Put the garlic in a casserole and spoon over half the oil. Put the chicken and herbs on top. Season liberally with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cover and cook in a preheated moderate oven, 160°C (325°F), Gas Mark 3, for 45 minutes. Turn the chicken pieces and... - 39.2744

Place the veal and bones, if using, in a large saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to the boil. Drain and rinse out the pan. Return the veal and bones to the pan, add the remaining ingredients, with salt to taste, and bring to the boil. Skim the... - 37.6051

Melt the butter in a pan, add the onions and cook until soft, but not browned. Add the watercress and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually stir in the fonds blanc de veau or chicken stock, bring to the boil... - 39.5554

Put the meat and bones, if using, in a roasting pan and cook in a preheated hot oven, 220°C (425°F), Gas Mark 7, for 30 to 35 minutes, until browned on all sides. Melt the butter in a pan, add the onions and fry until browned. Add the meat, bones and... - 38.7443

Crush half the peppercorns and rub into the steaks. Season to taste with salt. Melt the butter in a large frying pan, add the steaks and fry quickly on both sides until browned. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, according to taste. Pour over the brandy,... - 30.8001

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan, add onions and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, for 10-15 minutes or until onions are golden. Stir in flour and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes longer. 2. lncrease heat to medium, stir in stock and wine and bring to... - 32.1776

Melt the butter in a pan, add the leeks and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the potatoes, stock, and salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. Sieve or work in an electric... - 35.5584

Spread each side of the steak with 1 tablespoon mustard. Cover and leave for 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Melt the butter in a heavy based frying pan, add the steak and seal both sides quickly over high heat. Lower the heat and cook for 7 to... - 36.662

Wrap 2 rashers bacon around each pigeon and secure with string. Melt the butter in a pan, add the pigeons and cook for 10 minutes until browned all over. Pour over the brandy and wine, bring to the boil and cook for 2 minutes. Add the onions, fonds brun or... - 34.724