Lighter Cassoulet

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This traditionally rich, slow-cooked, French casserole is made healthier with lean gammon steak and pork shoulder for a hearty, warming meal

One-pot pork with orange, olives & bay

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A Provençal-style pork casserole with vibrant citrus flavours, sweet shallots, new potatoes and sundried tomatoes

Raymond Blanc’s cassoulet

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Raymond Blanc’s rustic cassoulet is rich and warming – slow cooking at its best

Blood orange & dark chocolate madeleines

Best enjoyed fresh from the oven, these delicate madeleines dipped in dark chocolate and dusted with blood orange powder make a delectable dessert

Sautéed potatoes with bacon lardons & persillade

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This fabulous French side dish of pan-fried potatoes and salty smoked bacon is finished with garlic and herbs, and pairs perfectly with roast meats and poultry

Chinon apple tarts

These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly – the perfect end to a special supper for two

Summer pistou

A cross between a soup and a stew, this healthy French dish is packed with vegetables and beans – perfect as a light lunch. If making ahead it will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.

Fennel Dauphinoise

Potatoes gratin is a French bistro classic and this creamy version for two has mild aniseedy flavour from added fennel

Lighter crème brûlée

The secret to this healthier French pud is to make the custard very thick intially as unlike your normal recipe, it’s not baked afterwards

Hot chocolate soufflés with chocolate cream sauce

Light as a feather, these chocolatey melt-in-the-mouth soufflés are sure to please