Tartiflette

First mentioned in the 18th century this is the king of mountain dishes. A typical heart and body warmer best served next to an open fire. Think ski and snow, log cabin and mountains and you can start cooking … The ingredients: For four persons: 2 lbs (1kg) of baking potatoes. 1 lbs (500 gr)…

Cheesy toasts and confit gizzards salad.

Salade de gésiers confits et toasts au fromage. This salad is loosely inspired from the famous (at least in France) “Perigourdine” Salad from the south west of France. It is not a vegetarian salad, it combines meat and cheese for the full meal sensation. This is the kind of salad that will satisfy your appetite……

Empañadas de queso y camarones

Cheese and shrimps empanadas For 6 to 8 persons, About 2 hours cooking included For this classic central and south American delicacy, you will need: Ingredients for the dough: 4 cups of flour, plus more for dusting 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces 1…

French Onion Soup

Onion soup has been popular at least as far back as Roman times. Throughout history, it is seen as food for poor people, as onions were plentiful and easy to grow. The modern version of this soup originates in Paris, France in the 18th century. A really simple dish to warm your soul. This very…