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Our Favorite Classic French Recipes
Of all the world’s cuisines, few have come to symbolize gourmet cooking and desserts quite like the food of France. The country is renowned for its exquisite stews and soups, salads and casseroles, each telling a story of tradition and terroir. Ratatouille, souffles, crêpes and more: French cuisine teaches the importance of technique and the joy of quality ingredients, making every dish a celebration. By perfecting a few classics, you can bring the elegance and depth of French culinary arts into your kitchen. An essential recipe to add to your repertoire is rich coq au vin. Pieces of skin-on, bone-in chicken braise for hours with mushrooms and carrots, plus a generous pour of dry red wine.