30 Amazing Classic French Recipes!

Explore 30 amazing classic French recipes, from pastries to rich stews, capturing the timeless flavors of France. Perfect for all cooking levels!

As someone who has always been enchanted by the elegance and depth of French cuisine, I’m excited to share 30 amazing classic French recipes with you. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, these dishes will bring a touch of France to your kitchen, capturing the rich flavors and traditions that make French cooking so special. Happy eating!

30 Classic French Recipes

1

Ficelle Picarde Recipe - Savory stuffed Crêpes

Traditional recipe from FRANCE

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2

French Carrot Salad (Vegan, Gluten-Free) - Strength and Sunshine

Simple & elegant French Carrot Salad is a bistro staple. This classic French salad is made with grated carrots, parsley, & lemon dijon vinaigrette.

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3

Chicken Chasseur (French Hunter’s Chicken) - GypsyPlate

Chicken Chasseur, or Hunter’s Chicken, is a delightful French dish where chicken braises in a wine and herb infused brown sauce.

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4

Chicken Provençal (Poulet à la Provençal)

Take a peek into my pot. Chicken braised in white wine, with olives, tomatoes and plenty of garlic and herbs. Life can’t be more beautiful!

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5

One-Pot Ratatouille in 30 minutes! (Quick & Easy)

This is the best French summer vegetable stew that you can stir up in one pot within 30 minutes. I say to stir up because the traditional ratatouille is cooked on a stovetop and NOT

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6

Classic Steak Tartare Recipe (Beef Tartare)

A French classic, Steak Tartare is a raw preparation of beef that is common in French bistros, brasseries, and cafes. It’s easy to make and requries no cooking.

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7

Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée (Parisian French Onion Soup)

This traditional French Onion Soup recipe comes from Paris, and is a recreation of the classic served at Au Père Louis. This is THE BEST French onion soup around!

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8

Easy Crème Brûlée Recipe

Easy Crème Brûlée recipe is made with just 5 simple ingredients. This decadent restaurant-quality dessert is so simple to make!

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9

French Strawberry Cake Recipe - So Simple and Easy! - Chenée Today

How to make French strawberry cake from scratch with fresh strawberries, buttermilk, lemon zest, and a crunchy sugar topping! Easy recipe!

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10

One pot Chicken Chasseur

One pot chicken chasseur is ready in under one hour. A rich red wine sauce and mushrooms compliment this dish. Low carb, gluten free and keto friendly.

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11

Salmon Nicoise Salad

Salmon Nicoise Salad is full of fresh ingredients like tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, and more. Low carb, Whole30, keto-friendly, and paleo.

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12

Saffron Beurre Blanc

Saffron beurre blanc is a classic French sauce that will elevate your dishes to new heights - perfect with fish, chicken, or even vegetables!

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13

4 Ingredient Super Simple Classic Chocolate Mousse | Homan at Home

Whip up this authentic French mousse au chocolate in just minutes. It’s rich, it’s decadent, and it’s so, so easy!

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14

Herbed Potato Gratin

The other day, as an homage to Bastille Day in France, I attempted to make a potato gratin. While it was absolutely beautiful in the photo, it was a complete fail. For multiple reasons. Too

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15

Crepes with Chicken and Potato

Crepes with Chicken and Potato are classic French crepes with lemon poached chicken, potato, caramelized onion, Gruyère cheese, and finished with lemon bechamel sauce and bright fresh tomato.

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16

Classic bouillabaisse recipe (French fish soup)

Bouillabaisse is a comforting French fish soup that is both rich and simple. Perfectly cooked fish and seafood in an aromatic broth.

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17

Classic French Martini - The Art of Food and Wine

Gorgeous frothy French Martini with pineapple, vodka, and a kiss of French Chambord. An elegant but easy martini that is great for sipping.

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18

Mussels in White Wine Sauce - The Art of Food and Wine

Steamed Mussels in White Wine Sauce (Moules Marinières), and crusty garlic bread, are ready in 20 minutes. Add fries for Moules Frites.

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19

Cassoulet Recipe

This traditional French Cassoulet Recipe is a hearty, delicious, meaty stew filled with duck, pork, sausage, and beans slowly cooked in a rich and flavorful tomato broth. Perfect with a loaf of crusty bread.

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20

Charlotte Aux Fraises (no eggs, no gelatin)

Strawberry Charlotte cake (Charlotte Aux Fraises) made without eggs or dairy. Layers of ladyfingers, strawberry mousse and fresh berries.

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21

Apricot Tart (Tarte Aux Abricots)

Simple Vegan Apricot Tart with a flaky, buttery tart shell lined with almond frangipane, fresh apricots, and a sweet-tart apricot jam glaze.

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22

French Bread Recipe

This Crusty French Bread boasts a crispy golden crust and a soft and chewy center. Just a handful of basic ingredients needed. Easy!

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23

French Toast Bake

This French Toast Bake is made with thick Texas toast, which results in a scrumptious breakfast everyone will love! The Best French toast casserole yet.

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24

Créme Brûlée

Better than any restaurant’s version, this Créme Brûlée recipe is smooth, extra creamy, and a breeze to make!

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25

Cod Mornay with Spinach

Cod mornay is a classic French dish that consists of fish baked in a cheese sauce, I like to add spinach, wholegrain mustard & breadcrumbs.

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26

French Tomato Tart

This classic French Tomato Tart showcases the flavor of fresh tomatoes, mustard and herbs de Provence and the delicious texture of puff pastry. It’s easy and quick to make: the perfect summer dish!

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27

Basil Pistou (Classic French Pesto Sauce Recipe)

Discover the endless possibilities and savour the simplicity of our Basil Pistou as it becomes a staple in your kitchen!

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28

Meat Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe [Video] Tomates Farcies | MasalaHerb.com

Delicious oven-roasted meat-stuffed tomatoes the french way. Low carb prepared with garden-fresh tomatoes. Get the recipe with the how-to instructions.

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29

French Quiche Lorraine Recipe | Masalaherb.com

Classic french Quiché Lorraine recipe. A recipe from the Lorraine region in France. With easy instructions to make this from scratch.

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30

Lyonnaise Salad Recipe - A Little French Bistro Meal at Home

This Lyonnaise salad recipe makes a great appetizer or light lunch. It is easy to make and is packed with flavors and textures.

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