french

The only real trick to this stiff summery sensation is resisting the temptation to snitch a swig before it’s time.

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• 5 M
• 2 D
• 20

Easy as meatloaf (we swear), this melding of some of the richest things we know—pork shoulder, liver, and duck fat—along with spices, a splash of brandy, and some wine makes a simple, rustic country pâté that’s perfect for entertaining.

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• 1 H
• 7 H
• 4

A magnificently indulgent omelet for two that’s exactly what you make when you’re feeling like reveling in something simple yet still sophisticated and is perfect at any time of day.

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• 15 M
• 15 M
• 0

When you open the oven to these obscenely buttery, flaky croissants, you’ll be relieved you didn’t settle for what’s at the grocery-store freezer case. Trust us.

• 45 M
• 3 H
• 60

“As perfect as perfect can be.” And “A pretty killer combination of broccoli and Cheddar.” That’s what folks are saying about this quiche recipe. We think you’ll agree.

• 25 M
• 1 H, 15 M
• 8

Individual dark chocolate soufflés that are gluten-free with a little grown-up sass in the form of a whiskey splash in the batter. Recipe courtesy of David Lebovitz.

• 20 M
• 45 M
• 5

When it comes to creating a pristine white, lofty meringue, it turns out you can be vegan and eat your meringue, too.

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• 10 M
• 15 M
• 2

Who knew that baking legend Jim Lahey’s brilliance extended not just to bread and pizza maverick but béchamel whisperer?

• 25 M
• 25 M
• 10

A slightly heretical take on a French classic, this riff involves onion soup, bread, and cheese, but not quite like you’ve experienced it before.

• 25 M
• 2 H
• 8

Chicken with 40 cloves of garlic is a classic for one reason—it’s damn good. Using chicken thighs ensures the meat remains juicy. Using our trick for quickly peeling garlic makes it hassle free.

• 45 M
• 1 H, 45 M
• 14

A French classic crisp and crunchy on the outside, dense and chewy on the inside, and gluten-free through and through. Perfect for Passover.

• 15 M
• 50 M
• 63

Slow cooker roast beef au jus. Perhaps the first slow cooker recipe yet that’ll keep everyone at the table uber satisfied—including the person making and cleaning up after the meal.

• 30 M
• 8 H
• 1

Essentially fancy-sounding blobs of pastry with grated cheese, these chichi French lovelies impress everyone yet barely take any effort.

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• 30 M
• 1 H
• 2

Elegant and extravagant and easy. That’s these thin, delicate, curiously satisfying crêpes with caramelized apples and a rich caramel sauce.

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• 1 H
• 2 H
• 0