3 French Market-Inspired Spring Recipes
A simple salad that celebrates the abundance of spring, a one-dish salmon supper, and a berry-laden baked dessert β all shared straight from the pages of Hillary Davis's new "French from the Market" cookbook. Enjoy!
Now that weβve officially welcomed spring, weβre excited to line our tables with lighter fare and plenty of fresh, seasonal produce. In the spirit of a return to the farmersβ market, weβre sharing three easy French recipes from Hillary Davisβs brand-new cookbook β French from the Market. The bookβs pages are lined with images of French homes, markets, neighborhoods, and, of course, plenty of recipes. From Easter and Motherβs Day brunches to casual backyard dinner parties, these dishes are perfect for the season to come!
Spring Asparagus and Pea Salad
What better way to celebrate the arrival of spring produce than with a big, beautiful salad? This one is packed with asparagus, peas, red bell pepper, fresh herbs, and fingerling potatoes for added heartiness. Loaded with texture and flavor, itβs finished with an easy, herby homemade dressing and makes a great light main or side dish for any meal of the day. Get the full recipe HERE.
Lemon-Caper Salmon in Parchment Paper
In this one-pot supper, the French βen papilloteβ method of cooking foods wrapped in parchment paper creates moist heat, making for impossibly tender fish and shrimp. Here, the salmon is cooked and served alongside broccoli and tomatoes, but you could add a starchy side like rice, potatoes, orzo, or crusty bread to make it a bit more substantial. Learn how to make it HERE.
Berry Clafoutis
A classic French dessert, clafoutis looks similar to cobbler at a glance but has more of a custard-like texture. However, like cobbler, clafoutis is a great use for a variety of seasonal fruits. While whole cherries are the traditional choice, this recipe calls for fresh raspberries and blueberries, plus the zest of a whole orange for added brightness. Itβs a show-stopper served straight from the pan, dusted with powdered sugar β but your guests will love you for a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream! Hereβs how to make it.
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