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This French Tuna and Rice Salad is a summer staple in my family—refreshing, simple, and full of flavor. Growing up, it was one of those dishes we had on repeat during the warmer months. It’s light yet nourishing, easy to throw together (perfect for busy weeknights!), and even better the next day. I love making […]

French Tuna and Rice Salad (Salade de Riz au Thon)

Salads

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With so much buzz around high-protein diets, I wanted to break down the real benefits and share easy, practical ways to add more protein to your daily meals…

Protein-Rich Diet 101: Why It Matters for Everyone (Pregnant or Not!)

Nutrition

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Pot de Crème au chocolat

Pot de Crème au Chocolat (Chocolate Pots de Crème) has always been one of my favorite desserts (or snacks, if we’re being honest!). Growing up, Pot de Creme au Chocolat felt like such a special treat—rich, creamy, and deeply chocolatey. But I took for granted how easy they were to find in French grocery stores. […]

Pot de Crème au Chocolat (Chocolate Pots de Crème)

Dessert

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If there’s one salad from my childhood that perfectly captures the freshness and simplicity of French cuisine, it’s grated carrot salad (Salade de Carottes Râpées). This humble dish has always been one of my favorites — and I’m clearly not alone! You’ll find it everywhere in France — from cafés and bistros to school cafeterias, […]

French Carrot Salad

Salads

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Vegetarian Spaghetti Carbonara

This vegetarian spaghetti carbonara has become one of my favorite go-to Friday night recipes. It’s incredibly simple to throw together, packed with creamy goodness, and loaded with fresh spinach and eggs for a rich, comforting twist. While I love a classic carbonara (because, let’s be honest, bacon makes everything taste better), I don’t always have […]

Vegetarian Spaghetti Carbonara in 20 Minutes (Easy Weeknight Dinner)

Dinner

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I love cooking with my cast iron skillet — maybe it’s placebo, but I swear everything just tastes better in it! Or maybe it’s because a well-seasoned pan really is better.

How to Season, Use, and Care for Your Cast Iron Skillet

Lifestyle

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Buckwheat Crepes with Whole Wheat Flour

Although La Chandeleur is known as France’s official “Crêpe Day,” crêpes are enjoyed all year round. You’ll find them everywhere—from cozy cafés and restaurants to street vendors serving them hot off the griddle. And sometimes, even at the top of a mountain, like the little crêpe shack I used to stop at while skiing in […]

Buckwheat Crepes (Crêpes) with Whole Wheat Flour

Dessert

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French Vinaigrette

Growing up, one of the first “cooking” tasks my mom gave me was making the vinaigrette for the salad, French salad dressing. It was such a simple task, but one that felt meaningful and that I genuinely enjoyed doing. To this day, I still make the very same French salad dressing I grew up making […]

French Salad Dressing (Vinaigrette)

Salads

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Recipe Tapenade

My favorite thing about lunch growing up was the tapenade spread served before the meal as an aperitif. I always looked forward to this delicious olive spread, spread on a crunchy slice of toasted baguette and paired with a crisp glass of rosé. These days, I still get excited about tapenade. I love spreading it […]

Tapenade Recipe: The Perfect Olive Spread for Your Apéro

Sides & Snacks

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Washing produce with vinegar or baking soda might seem like… sigh, just one more step—I get it. In reality, it’s a simple and effective method for removing dirt, certain pesticides, and some bacteria from your fruits and vegetables. Additionally, it helps eliminate mold spores, chemical residues, fungi, and yeast that may linger on the surface. […]

Washing Produce with Vinegar or Baking Soda: Is It Worth It?

Lifestyle

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I’ve tried every trick in the book to make the perfect hard-boiled eggs—the ones that peel easily every time, the ones where the shell slips right off without any struggle. But despite my best efforts, I often ended up with half-torn whites, shells that were tough to peel, or yolks that were either overcooked or […]

How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs (that Peel Easily Every Time)

Sides & Snacks

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homemade hummus recipe

I don’t have much to say about this homemade hummus recipe other than… it’s super simple, delicious, and a family favorite. Seriously, I often open the fridge, excited to dip my veggies in some creamy hummus, only to find my husband has already snuck in and finished every last dollop. Needless to say, I make […]

Creamy Homemade Hummus Recipe Using Canned Chickpeas

Sides & Snacks

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