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Royal Meal VI: Omelette & Beef Filet

Posted on April 26, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, the spring is finally arriving, so let’s cook something light, green & delicious to welcome it. I offer you as follows: Omelette with Green Beans Take some green beans, peel them, cook in some fresh butter with a … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal V: Vegetables & Lamb

Posted on April 17, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, we go on our collection of 17th century recipes. So today in our menu there are: Artichokes in White Sauce Boil some small artichokes in slightly salted water. When they are ready, add some parsley, season with salt … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal IV: Soups

Posted on April 6, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, today I offer you some soups. Personally I belong to those who don’t regard soups as substantial meals, however if you like this kind of dish, here is a fresh 17th century look! Broth for White Soups Boil … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal II: Appetisers

Posted on March 24, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, today I offer you two rather curious but easy to be made recipes that fit perfectly as appetisers. I hope you will enjoy the final result! Bouillans (Boiled Sliced Chicken or Capon for Entrées) To cook bouillans take … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal I: The 17th Century Cuisine

Posted on March 17, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, I hope you have never believed in that tale that peasants ate only roots in the 17th century France. To prove that the Frenchmen did not starve, I have translated for you some recipes that I’m going to … Continue reading →

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