The hidden star of every Thanksgiving dinner? The dinner rolls of course! They can be enjoyed slathered in butter or eaten alongside the endless... The post Brown Butter Sweet Potato Rolls was written by Marcella DiLonardo for The French Barn - Blog ..read more

As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves begin to change, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a... The post Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake was written by Philip & Mystique for The French Barn - Blog ..read more

Summer is a time of plenty, with farmer’s markets bursting at the seams with fresh produce just waiting to be transformed into beautiful dishes. This Tomato Confit with Whipped Chèvre is a perfect example of how a handful of seasonal ingredients can come together to create something truly extraordinary. Juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic and citrus, and aromatic herbs are slow-cooked in oil to perfection, allowing their natural flavors to intensify and balance each other. This dish is the epitome of summer with a burst of sweetness from the confit tomatoes, followed by the creamy tangines ..read more

This classic Lemon Tart (also known as Tarte au Citron) infuses fresh basil into the lemon curd for a subtle hint of herby sweetness. So fresh & vibrant, making it the perfect dessert to celebrate all things spring. If you are looking for a make-ahead dessert to serve this Mother’s Day, this is it! The tart shell is lightly sweetened & blind baked before a stovetop lemon curd filling is added. A little trick to ensuring the tart shell does not get soggy once the filling is added is to brush the shell with egg wash halfway through the baking process. It will also yield a beautifully g ..read more

Indulge in the fresh flavours of spring and celebrate the festive spirit of Easter with our Asparagus au Gratin with Prosciutto. This classic French preparation captures the essence of the season with tender asparagus spears, bathed in a creamy sauce, with savory prosciutto tucked in throughout, then all topped off with a golden crust of cheese and breadcrumbs.  As the weather warms and nature blooms anew, there’s no better way to compliment the season’s bounty to your table, than this simple, yet elegant side dish. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, from the crisp freshness of blanched ..read more

With the Family Day weekend just around the corner, a family-friendly baking recipe is order! These Raspberry & White Chocolate Muffins come together quickly & are the perfect treat to enjoy on a cozy Sunday morning. The sweetness from the creamy white chocolate pairs perfectly with the tart raspberries. If in a pinch, frozen raspberries will do the trick. One of the most important tips to remember when making muffins from scratch is to not over-mix your batter! Similar to when making pancakes, it is okay for the batter to be a little lumpy with flour. Another tip I have to get that ..read more

Celebrate the start of autumn with a maple syrup infused cheesecake. A simple baked cheesecake using only a handful of ingredients to kick off my favourite season! Although there are not a lot of ingredients involved in this recipe, there are many steps you will want to take to ensure you bake up a perfectly smooth cheesecake. First & foremost start with room temperature ingredients. This will ensure the cream cheese easily blends into the sugar & eggs. Secondly, I always scrape the edges of the mixing bowl after each egg & egg yolk is added. This helps avoid streaks of cream ch ..read more

One of my favourite make ahead no-bake desserts to serve during the summer months is a Classic Tiramisu. It is the perfect end to dining alfresco! Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert flavoured with espresso. Think layers of espresso soaked lady fingers with a creamy mascarpone filling. I like to include a little amaretto in the espresso too, but the alcohol can simply be omitted. Because this dessert features only a hand full of ingredients, it is important to use the highest quality ingredients available. Italian mascarpone cheese & good strong espresso! This dessert can be made up ..read more

When we think of waffles for breakfast or brunch, we often think of the sweet dessert-like waffles. But what about savoury waffles for my fellow savoury brunch lovers? This dish features golden & crispy waffles loaded with fresh dill. The batter includes a touch of cornmeal for added texture & flavour. Be sure to use a fine to medium ground cornmeal. Topped with smoked salmon & crème fraîche, it is a wonderful dish to serve for a spring or Easter brunch. Crème fraîche (French for “fresh cream”) is similar to sour cream, but a little richer & less tangy. It is the perfect acco ..read more

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, everyone needs a decadent chocolate recipe to indulge in & this Molten Lava Cake is a chocolate lovers dream! It features only a handful of ingredients & comes together in 30 minutes. Molten Chocolate Cake, also known as Chocolate Lava Cake, features a brownie-like exterior with gooey chocolate centre. It is very important to not over-bake this recipe, as the centre can quickly become overcooked & lose its desired lava-like consistency. The cake actually continues cooking as it sits in the pan ready to be flipped, so keep a close eye ..read more