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Top 10 French Recipes of the Week - December 10, 2007

By Rebecca Franklin, About.com

Cook easy French recipes in your own kitchen. Here are the most popular recipes for the week of December 10, 2007.

1. Brandade Canapes Recipe

Salt cod and potatoes are pureed and then served with crème fraiche and caviar on potato slices in this brandade canapes recipe.

2. Gougeres Recipe

This Gougeres recipe, French cheese puffs, is a perfect appetizer course for any meal.

3. Andouille Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Try this smoky, flavorful Andouille balsamic vinaigrette recipe for a rustic and filling French salad dressing.

4. Quick Onion Confit Recipe

Sweet and tart caramelized onions seasoned with herbs and balsamic vinegar make a terrific quick onion confit recipe. Spread it on bread or serve over steak and potatoes.

5. Beef Consommé Recipe

Consommé is much heartier than a basic beef broth. This beef consommé recipe calls for ground beef, eggs and eggshells. It’s a bit unorthodox to those unfamiliar with French cuisine, but well worth the effort.

6. Chicken Sausage Gumbo Recipe

This chicken sausage gumbo recipe, served with hot rice, is a delicious, hearty meal in itself.

7. Balsamic Peppers Recipe

This balsamic peppers recipe is easy and delicious. Sweet peppers tossed with a healthy, tangy balsamic vinegar sauce make a flavorsome French side dish.

8. Orange Vinaigrette Glazed Beets Recipe

This orange vinaigrette glazed beets recipe is a combination of sweet orange and tangy balsamic vinegar warmed up by a touch of black pepper.

9. Chicken a la Diable Recipe

Spicy deviled chicken is breaded and then fried in butter for an amazing taste explosion.

10. Wine-Poached Salmon With Black Truffles Recipe

This wine-poached salmon with black truffles recipe features creamy truffle sauce and classic poached salmon.

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