Learn from the queen of French cuisine.
Like Southern cooks, Child certainly did not shy away from cream or butter.
It’s a great place to start.
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Here are the top 10Julia Childrecipes every cook should master.
Julia Child’s recipe forQuiche Lorraineis guaranteed to impress.
TheSouthern LivingTest Kitchen’sQuiche Lorraineis also a welcome dish at any brunch.
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Find therecipe here, or try our pared-down take onbeef stew.
Watch Julia Childmake Crepes Suzette hereor try ourStrawberry Crepes.
Here’s Child’s quiteinvolved take on cassoulet.
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you’ve got the option to also try our slightly easier,Cajun-flavored takeon cassoulet.
It may not be simple, but the result is spectacular.
When served hot and topped with a dollop of cream, this warm, caramel-coated tarte is simply irresistible.
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Julia Child developed multipleversions of this recipe.
Those who find martinis a bit too strong might take to this lower ABV alternative like Julia Child did.
In honor of Child, try our recipe for theUpside-Down Martini.
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Child helped make French cooking and techniques available to the American public.
Julia Child hosted several cooking programs helping to encourage “home chefs.”
National Women’s History Museum.