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Vegetable Tian Tart
View recipe: Vegetable Tian TartIt was a perfect summer day in Paris. We eagerly headed to the local boulangerie to pick up a few items for our picnic in the Jardin de Luxembourg. We peered through the glass case, debating which goodies we should share – my husband and I opted for savory and our two teenagers for something…
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Lemon Yogurt Cake
View recipe: Lemon Yogurt CakeWhen it comes to savoring something sweet, I love decadence, but reserve it for intentional occasions. Instead, I usually gravitate towards something more subtle, especially when lemon is the prominent note.
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Chicken Pot Pie with a French Twist
View recipe: Chicken Pot Pie with a French TwistAn American classic with a French twist makes for a perfect weeknight meal or is elevated enough to serve to guests. This dish combines some of my favorite things about cooking: tapping into inspiration from travels, recreating beloved classics and lastly, taking a short cut that makes the dish more approachable.
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Whipped Feta Phyllo Cups
View recipe: Whipped Feta Phyllo CupsIn deciphering which type of appetizer I should serve guests, or indulge in as a family, there are a couple of goals I have in mind other than ensuring it pairs well with the main course. The most important is its ease in consuming; is it bite-size or will it make a mess when guests…
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Simply Sourdough
View recipe: Simply SourdoughAfter multiple failed attempts, I stood in the kitchen holding my breath. My gut was telling me this one could be a success as each step was looking more and more promising. My husband and kids looked closely from a distance, eyeing to see if my determination would offer something they had been looking forward…
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Creamy Spinach Dip
View recipe: Creamy Spinach DipThis dip is perfect for any time of year and on any occasion from Super Bowl, Easter, or in our case, our traditional Friday afternoon happy hour. It can also be served with anything from sourdough bread, crudités, or crackers, making it even more universal.
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Sézane Repeat Offenders
View recipe: Sézane Repeat OffendersThere are certain pieces that are just so good in one’s closet, they’re put on heavy rotation. Worn multiple ways, they can either be the core pieces, or in this case, the accessories that pull an outfit together and can be universally styled with a cohesive wardrobe. They allow that freeing sensation of not needing…
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Mini Jambon & Fromage Croissants
View recipe: Mini Jambon & Fromage CroissantsFlaky, buttery goodness, filled with rich and nutty cheese, cured meat, elegant herbs and a creamy and sharp mustard, make for the most delectable appetizer. Few, quality ingredients shine as they come together to create the most satisfying flavors and textures. This is quick to whip together and ingredients are readily available. These are a…
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Books to Whisk You Away
View recipe: Books to Whisk You AwayThe second my eyes open, I walk to the French doors, swing them open onto the quaint balcony and absorb the city’s sounds. It’s the hustle and bustle of those going to work, Parisians wandering to the flower boutiques for a fresh bouquet, or filling their baskets with that night’s dinner necessities from the markets.
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Chocolate & Orange Ganache Tarte w/ Almond Crust
View recipe: Chocolate & Orange Ganache Tarte w/ Almond CrustDecadence through and through with few, quality ingredients. Silky smooth chocolate pair beautifully with notes of almond and orange, all on a gluten-free almond crust.
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It’s an art that’s been passed down in my family from generation to generation. The ingredients and technique remain more or less the same. The…
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Perfect in every way; it’s a little sweet, a little tangy and most importantly these days, quick to whip together. This combination served with crackers…
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I cringed every time I would start pulling ingredients out of the pantry or fridge and subsequently, my kids would rush in questioning what I…
About the Author
I’m Yvonne and welcome to Maison Yvonne Marie! What started as a joy for hosting, unearthed a passion for cooking and baking. Join me on my culinary journey as I share recipes, always striving to eat in color as a nod to cooking seasonally and healthy’ish. Pouring over cookbooks, old family recipes, or crafting a new dish are my revered past times. As a former French teacher, I’m a Francophile at heart and it’s reflected in my kitchen, closet, home, and travels. Thank you for following along!
“There is no such thing as good cooking if it’s not made with friendship for the person it was intended for.” – Chef Paul Bocuse
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