How to Make Crème Fraîche (in One Easy Step!)

Crème fraîche is easy to make at home.

Foolproof Béarnaise Sauce

The very best classic steak sauce you can make at home.

Classic Steak au Poivre

Divide the pepper, then conquer this recipe.

Black Olive Tapenade With Garlic, Capers, and Anchovies

The classic olive spread from Provence.

Classic Mignonette

The bright and punchy sidekick that freshly shucked oysters deserve.

Classic Mornay Sauce (Cheesy White Sauce)

Mornay sauce is the classic cheesy sauce that forms the basis of traditional mac and cheese, and it's super easy to make.

Classic Smooth and Silky Béchamel (White Sauce)

Béchamel sauce is the key to great lasagnas, soufflés and much more.

Choron Sauce (Tomato-Spiked Béarnaise Sauce)

The marriage of Béarnaise and tomato purée.

Roasted Chicken With Classic or Curry Soubise (Onion Sauce)

Anchoïade

Sweet-Tart Duck Breasts With Fresh Cherry Sauce

French in a Flash: Penne with Piment d'Espelette

Awesome Mushroom Pâté

Traditional Provençal Tapenade With Capers, Anchovies, and Tuna

A recipe inspired by the original Provençal tapenade.

French in a Flash: Tilapia with Tarragon Pistou

French in a Flash: So-Easy Red Pistou Salmon

Artichoke and Green Olive Pantry Tapenade

French in a Flash: Tagliatelle with Zucchini Flower Pistou

Spaghetti with Pistachio Pistou

French in a Flash: Pasta with Sweet Pea Pistou and Chèvre

Tagliatelle with Red Provençal Pistou