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Appetizers

Classic French dishes, each with a short list of what to buy in Canada before you start.

A small red dish of smooth orange pumpkin soup with a swirl of cream and pumpkin seeds, beside squash on a wooden table.
A small copper pan of creamy, whipped brandade with a drizzle of olive oil, next to bread and cutlery.
A plate of golden cheese puffs on a red woven placemat.

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A small red dish of smooth orange pumpkin soup with a swirl of cream and pumpkin seeds, beside squash on a wooden table.

Appetizers

Pumpkin Soup

Soupe de potiron

A small copper pan of creamy, whipped brandade with a drizzle of olive oil, next to bread and cutlery.

Appetizers

Salt Cod Brandade

Brandade de morue

A plate of golden cheese puffs on a red woven placemat.

Appetizers

Gougères

A small jar of pork rillettes on a wooden board with grilled bread slices and pickles.

Appetizers

Pork Rillettes

Rillettes de porc

Two thick slices of country terrine on a slate with toasted bread, salad and a small dish of pickles.

Appetizers

Country Pâté

Terrine de campagne

Creamy white leek and potato soup in a bowl, topped with croutons and dill.

Appetizers

Leek and Potato Soup

Potage poireaux-pommes de terre

French onion soup in a crock, covered with melted, browned cheese and a sprig of thyme.

Appetizers

French Onion Soup

Soupe à l'oignon gratinée

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I was born in France and moved to Canada three years ago. I love French cooking, and making familiar dishes here helps me feel at home. Finding Canadian equivalents for French ingredients can take some figuring out, so I'm sharing recipes and ingredient swaps to help you bring a little of France to your own kitchen.

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Recipe categories

  • Mains (25)
  • Desserts (10)
  • Baking (5)
  • Appetizers (7)
  • Sauces & Basics (2)

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Kitchen tools

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