French hot chocolate, or chocolat chaud, is thick and ultra-chocolaty and easy to make with just two ingredients. Once you try it, you'll never go back to a powdered mix again! This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of my links, I may make a small commission at no additional […]
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Dark Chocolate Ganache Truffles Recipe
If you're wondering how to make dark chocolate ganache truffles, this easy, 3-ingredient recipe is for you! They are made using my easier method for chocolate ganache, by melting the chocolate and cream in a bowl over simmering water. I do love a chocolate truffle, filled with all that dark, creamy ganache, so satisfying. But […]
Dark Chocolate Ganache
Dark chocolate ganache is an easy, 2-ingredient recipe that's ready in just a few minutes. My method using a glass bowl over simmering water is easier to make than the traditional method of simmering cream directly in a sauce pan. It's foolproof and you get perfect results every time! To all my dark chocolate lovers, […]
Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
Hot buttered rum is a warm, old-fashioned cocktail recipe made with a batter of sweetened, spiced butter! Add hot water and dark rum and you've got a warming drink that's creamy, festive and delicious! If I told you we're going to make a hot rum drink you might be interested, but when I tell you […]
Chocolate Pots de Crème (Easier Cooking Method)
Chocolate pots de crème are deeply chocolatey custards that taste like heaven, the recipe is easy to make at home using just 4 ingredients. My cooking method is easier than the traditional one, and yields foolproof results every time! Chocolate pots de crème are at the tip top of all time decadent dark chocolate desserts. […]
Pecan Chocolate Bark
This cranberry pecan chocolate bark recipe is perfect for the holidays! Made with dark chocolate and candied pecans that get a little warm spice from cinnamon and black pepper. This easy pecan chocolate bark recipe will liven up your fall and winter. Made with spiced candied pecans that have a bit of black pepper for […]
Flourless Chocolate Torte
This flourless chocolate torte recipe is about as easy as you can get! Only 6 ingredients and you don't need a mixer to make it. Just combine ingredients in a couple of bowls and pour into a springform pan. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through one of my links, I may make […]
6 Easy Chocolate Dessert Recipes
From chocolate mousse, to brownies, to a gluten-free chocolate tart, these easy chocolate dessert recipes will satisfy your choco-holic cravings! 1. Gluten Free Chocolate Ganache Tart Creamy, rich, dark chocolate ganache sets up quickly in a simple press-in crust made of ground pistachios. 2. Chocolate Mousse This classic chocolate dessert is surprisingly easy to make. […]
Gluten Free Chocolate Ganache Tart
No special flour blends are needed for this easy gluten free chocolate ganache tart. The 4-ingredient crust is made from ground nuts, butter, and sugar! I'm constantly looking for easy gluten free desserts to make, because when I want it, I want it. And I don't want to have to hunt down a big collection […]
Dinner at The French Laundry
How to get reservations, what to wear, and how to have the time of your life at this 3-Michelin star restaurant in Napa Valley. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through one of my links, I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Read my full […]
Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This easy chocolate mousse recipe only has a few ingredients. It comes together quickly in less than 30 minutes and sets up in the fridge in about two hours. It's fluffy and creamy and VERY chocolaty! Chocolate mousse is so classically French and seemingly classy, that it may seem daunting to try to make it […]
25+ Recipe Ideas for a Romantic Dinner at Home
When you're looking for romantic dinner recipes to cook at home, these easy ideas have you covered, whether it's Valentine's Day, a birthday or anniversary, or just a cozy date night. Let's stay home and cook a romantic meal! It's cheaper, it's fun, and you can do it together while you dance and drink wine […]
Ina Garten Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Buttermilk
This easy lemon ricotta pancakes recipe is adapted from Ina Garten, and makes the best fluffy pancakes, with a batter that has both buttermilk and baking powder for extra rise! With bright lemon flavor and the perfect texture, you'll want to serve them for breakfast and brunch all year round. Lemon ricotta pancakes are not […]
Mulled Wine Recipe
The best mulled wine recipe is one that's simple, easy to make, and loaded with warm, mulling spices—and this is it!! This festive drink is perfect to serve for Christmas and throughout the holiday season. Nothing says the holidays like this simple recipe for mulled wine. It will fill your house with the intoxicating, irresistible […]
Apple Galette
This apple galette recipe is basically a freeform apple tart, no need for a pie dish. The crust is flaky and crisp, the apple filling is sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar for a beautiful color as it bakes. This apple galette recipe is so much easier than apple pie! The key to this recipe is […]
No Bake Mango Cheesecake
This no bake mango cheesecake is light, creamy, and delicious, with a simple press-in graham cracker crust. Make it with fresh, frozen or canned mango. The super easy food processor method ensures the smoothest texture every time. I mean it when I say this mango cheesecake recipe is literally effortless and comes out perfectly every […]
Strawberry Galette (Jammy filling!)
This easy strawberry galette recipe is made with fresh strawberries and a simple pie crust. The jammy, gooey filling has a hint of lemon, and the tender crust is flaky and delicious. So much easier than making pie, bakes in about 30 minutes! Aside from being gorgeous and delicious, a fresh strawberry galette is an […]
Easy Cherry Clafoutis
A classic French dessert, cherry clafoutis is easy to make and looks beautiful on the table. Just whisk together a simple custard batter, pour over the fruit and bake! This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my links, I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. […]
Homemade Alfajores Cookies Recipe
This alfajores cookies recipe will show you how to make alfajores de maicena just like they do in Argentina. Corn starch makes the shortbread tender and soft, and they are filled with luscious dulce de leche. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my links I may make a small commission. As an […]
Gluten-Free Buckwheat Crepes (Sweet or Savory Fillings)
Gluten-free buckwheat crepes only have 4 ingredients, they're made with buckwheat flour, and the batter is also dairy-free. This traditional French dish can be served with a variety of savory or sweet fillings for breakfast, dinner, or dessert! Buckwheat crepes are a staple of French cooking and they're gluten-free! This particular recipe is also dairy-free, […]
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
This French-style creamy cauliflower soup recipe is vegetarian and made with half and half, so it's not heavy. Ready in less than 30 minutes. The brie on top adds a decadent, elegant touch! This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my links, I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I […]
Mercado Little Spain at Hudson Yards
A visit to Mercado Little Spain, a project by chef José Andres. A food hall with bars and restaurants in Hudson Yards, it's a tasty sampling of all things Spanish food! From paella to jamón, and croquetas to patatas bravas, it's all here! Mercado Little Spain is a food hall that will feed your Spanish […]
Palmiers Cookies (Elephant Ears)
This easy palmiers cookies recipe uses store-bought puff pastry and sugar! That's it! Just two ingredients and you have a classic French dessert that is sure to impress. Palmiers cookies (also called elephant ears) are one of my most favorite French pastries ever! EVER! They are simple, crisp, and buttery. And this palmiers recipe is […]
Creamy Pasta with Bacon and Cheese (Pâtes aux Lardons et Comté)
You may not think of pasta when you think of Paris, but now I will. This creamy pasta with bacon lardons and comté cheese is an easy recipe that's comforting and elegant at the same time. It's rich and delicious, yet made with simple ingredients. Everything you expect French food to be. When we were […]
Paris Food Tour of the Marais
Come along on a food tour in Paris through the Marais neighborhood! We'll visit a bakery with some of the best croissants in Paris, a chocolaterie that does so much more than make chocolate, get some charcuterie, taste some very special cheeses, and pair all of it with wine and cameraderie. Along the way we […]
Chicken Thighs in Red Wine with Dried Plums
Crispy chicken thighs in red wine with dried plums are elegant and decadent, but this is also an easy French recipe. The dried plums soften and soak up the delicious red wine sauce, adding richness to the dish. These chicken thighs in red wine are easy to prepare, but seem very elegant. You only […]
50+ Fun & Unique Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes
Here are some easy recipes for Thanksgiving dinner from side dishes and salad, to desserts, cocktails and appetizers, featuring fun and unique ideas with make ahead options. It's the big day, the big show, the grand poobah of cooking for the entire year! But when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner recipes, let's keep it tasty […]
How much can I eat in Chicago in one day?
A lot, apparently. My husband had a weekend job in Chicago, so I tagged along for a day of solo eating. 10am call time means we piled into the car at 4am and made the trek north. I haven't been to Chicago for a long time. There were LOTS of places to get to. And […]
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Hi! I'm Debra Cummings, welcome to Fine Foods Blog! I share simplified, step-by-step recipes with global flavors, and flavors from right in your backyard (wherever that may be!) I'm a detail-oriented Virgo and I believe that anyone can cook pretty much anything, as long as they have clear steps to follow. Whether is appetizers like […]