My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a delightful little cookbook! While the cookbook is small-ish in size, it’s large in content! There is so much to cook and love within the covers of this book.

I started with Venison Casserole as my husband is a hunter and was able to get a deer to stock our freezer. The recipe doesn’t call for it, but I soak my deer meat in tomato juice for a minimum of 12 hours, or up to 2 days. It tenderizes the venison and lessens the gamey flavor (as does the removal of all “silver skin”). From that I proceeded with the recipe. The one thing I did differently from the recipe, is I added potatoes to make more of a stew. It was delicious!! The flavor was wonderful, and the venison absolutely melted in the mouth!

It is the time of year for soups and stews, and there are many to choose from including a favorite of mine, potato and leek. Cheese dishes abound (this is a French cookbook, after all!), and many classic dishes can be found here.

From Soups to Hors d’Oeuvres, Eggs to Cheese, Pates and Terrines, Poultry, Meat and Game, Vegetables and Desserts & Baking, there is definitely something for everyone. There’s even a recipe to make your own puff pastry! If that’s a bit more than you want to take on, give the Madelines a try, they’re easy and tasty!

If you’re in the mood for a taste of France, give this cookbook a try. I’m sure you’ll find plenty to love!

I received a copy of this book from Murdoch Books through IPG for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.