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alisonbonifacy
Sep 24, 2020
Asian Marinade and Sauce with Pork Tenderloin
I only have access to a barbecue for about two weeks per year and I take advantage of it! I cautiously made this recipe for my in-laws...
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Sep 22, 2020
Warm Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Salad
This simple warm salad recipe with a French bistro-style vinaigrette makes for a lovely starter course or tasty lunch. Easy to assemble...
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Sep 11, 2020
Eggplant and Ricotta Pasta
It might not be the most attractive looking dish, but this baked pasta is flavorful and light comfort food. It satisfies my husband’s...
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alisonbonifacy
Sep 7, 2020
Stuffed Tomatoes (Tomates Farcies)
Versions of tomates farcies, or stuffed and baked tomatoes, are found in many different cultures. In France, this popular rustic dish is...
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alisonbonifacy
Aug 28, 2020
Summer Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tian
You have probably heard of ratatouille, but have you met its near cousin, the tian? A tian, or tian Provençale, is actually the name of...
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alisonbonifacy
Aug 25, 2020
Spaghetti, Zucchini and Shrimp
I can’t count the number of times I have planned a light salad for dinner, but then my husband calls asking, “Can we have pasta tonight?”...
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alisonbonifacy
Aug 18, 2020
Heirloom Tomato Tart with Herbs and Eggs
'Les tartes’ are found on tables across France in the summer (see my August in France post). Easy to make and celebrating summer produce,...
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alisonbonifacy
Aug 16, 2020
Linguine, Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil and Brie
This yummy vegetarian pasta dish is perfect for a summer dinner or lunch or as a side dish to go with what you have grilled up. The...
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alisonbonifacy
Jul 22, 2020
Crispy Burrata, Tomatoes and Basil Oil
A summer staple here in France is tomates mozza, a very simple, rustic tomato and mozzarella salad. I don’t know when or how this trend...
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alisonbonifacy
Jul 19, 2020
Baked Cod with Tomatoes and Feta
This recipe is perfect for a fresh, light summer dinner. Easy and quick to make, it is particularly flavorful thanks to beautiful, ripe...
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alisonbonifacy
Jul 7, 2020
Summery Shells and Shrimp Salad
Cold, make-ahead salads with lots of fresh vegetables are great for hot summer days and nights. This is a favorite of ours and our...
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alisonbonifacy
Jun 28, 2020
Brie-Stuffed Burgers and Garlicky Leeks
If you are doing some grilling this summer and are looking to spice up your burger game, these brie burgers are delicious. Gooey brie...
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alisonbonifacy
Jun 20, 2020
French Fajitas with Avocado Crema
Someone asked me for ideas for using leftover crêpes from my basic crêpe recipe. This recipe was the result of last Friday night’s “What...
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alisonbonifacy
Jun 19, 2020
Seared Salmon with Tomato Vinaigrette
This salmon preparation is simple, quick and very tasty. The tangy vinaigrette cuts the richness of the salmon, making for a vibrant and...
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alisonbonifacy
Jun 2, 2020
Deep-Dish French Quiche
My dad asked me for a quiche recipe to make for my mom on Mother’s Day and with Mother’s Day in France this coming Sunday, I thought I...
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alisonbonifacy
May 29, 2020
Chicken Crêpes with Saucy Asparagus
While this is not a traditional French dish, it sure feels French! I know I’m on an asparagus kick these days, but they taste lovely in...
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alisonbonifacy
May 29, 2020
Basic Crêpe Recipe
Revision: After playing with the recipes on two continents, BOTH batters are great, but are just different. The first makes less and is...
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alisonbonifacy
May 29, 2020
Californian Chicken Salad Sandwich
Under lockdown, I found myself making a lot of sandwiches for us. Mayonnaise is not good for our arteries so with an overripe avocado and...
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alisonbonifacy
May 22, 2020
Chicken and Rice Spring Salad
Asparagus, peas, scallions, lemon… some all-stars when Spring comes around here in France! I love this fresh salad that highlights spring...
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alisonbonifacy
May 11, 2020
Herb-y Couscous Salad with Shrimp (or without!)
This is a favorite of ours because it is light, refreshing, healthy, quick, versatile and a bunch of other positive adjectives I’ll leave...
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