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Enjoy a taste of France at home with our French recipes. Try a rich beef bourguignon or gooey baked Camembert. For a sweet treat, choose between berry clafoutis, a classic crème caramel or flaming crêpes Suzette - we'll have all the French food please! Find more recipes from around the world.
Braised in red wine and zesty orange, these tender duck legs make an indulgent main course paired with sticky-sweet balsamic shallots. Serve as a special dinner for two or as part of a New Year's Eve menu.
This hearty casserole full of classic flavours is the perfect comfort food on a chilly day. It’s packed with beef, bacon, shallots, carrots and mushrooms, which are slowly braised in a rich red wine stock
This Asian-inspired duck recipe will sure turn heads. Tender duck paired with a chilli, orange sauce is a real winner!
Homemade mayonnaise is a treat, and this mustard-loaded version is so versatile. Enjoy with baby potatoes, in sandwiches (delicious in a baguette with ham, cheese and cornichons), or serve with steak and chips.
This dessert is a real showstopper: buttery, flaky shortcrust pastry is filled with sweet almond frangipane filling and then topped with the most beautifully coloured plum slices. Serve warm with a dollop of cream.
We've given the classic French 75 a festive spin with cranberry syrup and rosemary. Serve this sparkling cocktail up at Christmas parties or as a special treat on the big day.
This traditional French beef bourguignon pie is a stand out hearty meal. The delicious combination of succulent braised beef, chestnut mushrooms and rich red wine sauce makes this dish extra special.
Wondering what to cook for Valentine's Day? This extra-special steak is topped with a creamy sundried tomato sauce that tastes so good someone might ask you to marry them! Serve alongside crispy Parmesan and polenta courgette fries for an unforgettable date night dinner.
This classic French dish from the region of Burgundy is traditionally made with a full-bodied Burgundy wine. The meat cooks slowly in a mix of wine and beef stock, which is reduced to a lovely, thick sauce
This elegant cocktail, made with rosé wine, mint, lemon, lime and agave, is the perfect refresher to enjoy al fresco. So easy to prepare, it can also be made in a large jug, making it ideal for a summer party
Transform classic French ratatouille to a simple savoury tart, ideal for a stress-free midweek dinner.
For a speedy yet special supper, try these homemade pork escalopes. Served with a garlicky coleslaw salad, they will fill you up but not weigh you down. The crunchy coleslaw is made with red cabbage, onion and carrot and a gorgeous cumin, garlic, yoghurt and mayonnaise dressing.
Share a cocktail or two this Valentine's Day, this delicious recipe has just the right amount of bubbles, you won't be disappointed!
Packed with tender, meaty mushrooms, vibrant carrots and sweet shallots, this flavoursome and hearty mushroom bourguignon makes for an easy and delicious family meal.
Use leftover chicken stew to make this simple yet special galette. Top ready-made puff pastry with creamy ricotta and the leftover stew before baking in the oven. Finish with plenty of fresh tarragon. Delicious!
Serve up this autumnal dish for the perfect midweek meal. Tender chicken thighs are simmered with white wine, cannellini beans and tarragon and served with warm crusty bread in this comforting recipe. Use the leftover stew the next day to make a creamy Chicken and ricotta galette, see tip, below.
Rustle up something a little different for Pancake Day with these fully loaded galettes - topped with egg, bacon, tomatoes and spinach, they can be enjoyed at any time of day.
Spoil yourself and your guests with this mushroom and leek bake with home-made crêpes as the star. A cheese, leek and mushroom filling gives the dish real comfort factor and when served warm sprinkled with fresh chives it looks irresistible.
For a scrumptious Pancake Day treat try this traditional French dessert of luxurious vanilla crêpes cooked in a caramelised orange and Grand Marnier sauce and flambéed for extra showstopping flavour
These classic toasties are inspired by the flavours of French onion soup – the delicious caramelised onions giving added oh là là! With a melting mozzarella and Gruyère centre and pan-fried in butter for a crisp finish, this is a cut above your usual sandwich!
This quick and simple chocolate and hazelnut parfait recipe is a great way to get the kids in the kitchen
Swap chicken for omega-3 rich smoked mackerel in this tasty Caesar salad, perfect for a weekday lunch. Crunchy romaine lettuce holds its shape while some shavings of fresh Parmesan add an indulgent touch.
A quick, light and simple omelette that makes a great breakfast or lunch. Tender asparagus, chopped chives and parsley, and creamy, melty Gruyère cheese elevate the humble omelette into a thing of beauty.
Mix up your traditional Sunday roast with this lovely roast poussin recipe. Cooking the meat with a pinch of saffron gives it a gorgeous hue, while roasting it with vine tomatoes and white wine results in a fabulous sauce. Serve with mash.
These grilled bacon and salmon skewers make a quick and simple meal for one. Served alongside stir-fried onion and courgette with young spinach leaves, this low-carbohydrate dish is ready in under half an hour.
A warming one-pot of slow-cooked beef chunks with fresh veg, aromatic herbs and spices, and plenty of red wine
Root vegetables take centre stage rather than sitting in the wings in this Alpine-inspired main
This easy air-fryer brie is a must-try for entertaining. Top the cheese with fruity chutney for a gorgeous caramelised glaze and walnut pieces for extra crunch, then dip in! Cooking for a crowd? Simple double the recipe and cook both at the same time.
You can't go wrong with a baked Camembert at Christmas. Take it to the next level by serving with crispy potatoes for dipping and sticky French onions. This is sure to go down a treat at any festive dinner party.
With a gooey, oozy centre, this veggie main is absolutely perfect for any celebratory occasion. And you can make it ahead and freeze until the big day.
This French classic is usually made with salmon but we've decided to give it a twist, let us know what you think
A great way to make the most of the freshest green spring asparagus, this quiche has a crisp pastry base and a creamy filling made from asparagus, eggs, cream and gruyere or parmesan cheese. Make it for friends or take it on a picnic.
Light yet indulgent, this pretty-in-pink French gateau is a perfect summer dessert or mother's day treat: Strawberries and cream, sandwiched between two light spongecakes and topped with a pink cream icing.