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French cooking academy cookbook - 100 essential recipe for the home cook

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CREAMED CIDER-POACHED LEEKS

In this recipe we slowly cook leeks with shallots, butter, and a splash of dry alcoholic cider (very French!) until they collapse into a tender “fondue.”

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Soupe Bonne Femme

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MARINATED ZUCCHINI

If you like your zucchinis with a bit of crunch, you will love this summery marinated zucchini salad with lemon and coriander.

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AUBERGINE CAVIAR

Beyond its delicious taste, French Aubergine Caviar (aubergine dip) offers a valuable lesson in how to cook aubergines to perfection. By following these simple steps, you can transform this oblong purple vegetable (also known as eggplant) into a creamy, smoky spread that is perfect as an appetizer or a side dish.

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COURGETTE WITH CHORIZO

This recipe for sautéed courgettes with onions, cumin, lemon, and chorizo is a perfect example of how a few ingredients can come together to create a flavorful meal, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. It is great as a side dish or a tapas-style appetizer.

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CINDERELLA POTATOES

Pommes Cendrillon (Cinderella Potatoes) is a recipe from famous French chef Roger Verge, a haute cuisine version of the humble jacket potato. A simple potato side dish typically served with grilled meats.