Julia Child Recipes and Traditional French Foods

Julia Child recipes like her French onion soup and fabulous Coq Au Vin recipe, are all the rage with the new release of the hit movie, "Julie and Julia".

A Julia Child's themed dinner party featuring traditional french foods is a joy to cook. Here you'll find vintage authentic French recipes that have made French Food and Julia Childs recipes a star.

Recreate the flavors of Provence for an elegant and memorable dinner party of your own.

Authentic French recipes are a labor of love requiring passion and patience. See our NOTE on preparing Julia Child recipes below.

Cocktail Party French Appetizer Recipes:

These recipes are excellent cocktail party appetizers as well as great beginnings to the perfect meal.

• Croque Monsieur with Caviar
• Hot Anchovy Canape
• French Crepes (crepes plus recipes for 3 different fillings)

Soups and Salads:

• Leek and Potato Soup Recipe
• Homemade Split Pea Soup
• Julia Childs French Onion Soup
• Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Puree of Carrot Soup
• Sea Scallop Salad

• Coq Au Vin Recipe
• Fillets of Sole with Mushroom and Wine Sauce
• Pot Roast of Beef Braised in Red Wine
• Roast Leg of Lamb

French Recipes Desserts:

• The Best Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe
• How to Make Chocolate Mousse
• Grand Manier Souffle Recipe
• Pears Poached in Red Wine
• Pate Brisee (Pie Crust)

Modern appliances now available have allowed for a few modifications, making these dishes easier to accomplish. Some ingredients may be difficult to obtain, so you'll find options for substitutions alongside original ingredients should choose to use them.

NOTE: It is, however, highly recommended that you read through all of the directions of each recipe, as some recipes require preparation hours or days in advance.

Preparing these dishes is truly an artist effort that will please the taste and the soul. Share them with friends at your next French themed dinner party. Enjoy!

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