Nut free + French recipes (52)

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Apple crème caramel

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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Most traditional recipes for crème caramel are made with a sugar-based caramel and a rich creamy custard. The fruity version here uses apple juice both for the caramel and in the custard, thus reducing the fat and sugar content and making it dairy free. Served with blackberries, or another seasonal fruit, this is a delicious treat for family or friends.

Asparagus and pea vichyssoise

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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Based on the classic leek and potato soup, this version has asparagus and sugarsnap peas added, and it is enriched with yogurt rather than cream for a lighter, lower-fat result. Traditionally served chilled, the soup can also be served hot, so it is ideal for days when the weather is changeable.

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Basic white sauce

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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You can dress this basic sauce up with blue cheese and herbs, for example – this can really make an impact and turn a meal into something special.

Beef salade niçoise

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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In this hearty, French-style salad, slices of quickly griddled rump steak top a mixture of colourful vegetables in a tangy Dijon mustard dressing. Serve with a warm baguette to mop up all the delicious juices.

Best Crêpes

Recipe by: GERAL1012

Reviews(4)

Go overboard - serve these extremely light and delicious crêpes as dessert with cream and your favourite fruit, preserves, lemon and sugar, or chocolate spread.

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Black olive tapenade

Recipe by: Jan Cutler

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Use this quick tapenade to top bread or fish.

Blanquette with pâté croutes

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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The classic blanquette is a stew of poultry, veal or pork in a rich white sauce. In this contemporary version tender vegetables and chestnuts in a creamy sauce are partnered by savoury chicken liver croutes.

Bouillabaisse

Recipe by: Mary Young

Reviews(5)

This simply prepared fish stew is a classic French recipe from Marseilles. Serve with a slice of hot toast topped with a spoonful of rouille.

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Breton Mussels with Herbs and Crème Fraîche

Recipe by: Kasienko

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A simple recipe for mussels from Brittany. Serve with a sliced baguette and a dry white wine.

Béchamel sauce

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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This classic white sauce is used in a wide variety of dishes. Many flavouring ingredients can be added to make a number of different sauces.

Cassoulet

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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A warming winter combination of haricot beans, cubes of pork and spicy garlic sausage, and lots of vegetables makes this classic country dish from south-west France a real winner. It is full of rich flavours and, in traditional fashion, is topped with a breadcrumb crust. Serve simply with a green salad to follow.

Chicken in red wine

Recipe by: Maggie Pannell

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This hearty French, country-style casserole is redolent with the flavours of red wine, orange zest and aromatic thyme.

Chicken liver and raspberry salad

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

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The fruity fresh flavour of juicy raspberries and a splash of raspberry vinegar balance the richness of chicken livers in this easy warm salad, which is a popular lunch dish in French bistros. Cooking the livers in a non-stick pan means the minimum of oil is needed. Serve with French country bread.

Choux pastry

Recipe by: Norma MacMillan

Reviews(1)

This is a basic choux pastry recipe for eclairs or profiteroles. It will make enough for a 20cm (8 inch) choux ring or 5 - 6 choux buns. Follow the individual recipe instructions for methods of use and baking.

Cinnamon-flavoured apple and sultana clafoutis

Recipe by: Brenda Houghton

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Clafoutis is a French batter pudding traditionally baked with orchard fruits. This scrumptious low-fat version combines apples with juicy sultanas.

Claire's Crêpes

Recipe by: Claire

Reviews(5)

A basic crêpe recipe which you can fill with whatever you like. I cook them nearly every Sunday morning.

Classic Hollandaise Sauce

Recipe by: Jeff

Reviews(4)

This creamy lemon sauce is a standard. Make it just before serving on Eggs Benedict, meat, fish or vegetables.

Classic Profiteroles

Recipe by: Sandra

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This makes delicate profiteroles or eclairs, perfect for filling with whipped cream and topping with melted chocolate.

Coq au vin avec légumes

Recipe by: Maggie Pannell

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This lighter version of the great French classic, chicken in red wine sauce, is lower in fat and includes more vegetables. It just needs some crusty, rustic-style bread and perhaps a light green salad. The dish is better if made a full day ahead so the flavours can mature.

Crème Brûlée

Recipe by: EC3KFNW

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Classic crème brûlée, though time consuming, is easy to make and sure to impress! If you prefer to eat it cold, you can chill the crème brûlée after grilling it. The top will remain crunchy.

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