An Evening In Provence Recipes

 

Here are a few recipes inspired by the flavors and ingredients of Provence, France, perfect for a cozy evening at home:

1. Ratatouille

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant, diced
• 2 zucchinis, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

4. Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper to the pot and stir well.

5. Add the can of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. Serve hot and enjoy!

8. French Onion Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Baguette slices
• Gruyere cheese, grated

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. Add the thinly sliced onions to the pot and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are caramelized and browned.

3. Add the beef broth, red wine, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot.

4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

6. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls.

7. Top each bowl with a few slices of baguette and a generous amount of grated Gruyere cheese.

8. Bake the bowls in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Serve hot and enjoy!

10. Lemon and Herb Roasted Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
4. Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
5. Rub the butter and herb mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get it under the skin as well.
6. Stuff the lemon slices inside the chicken cavity.
7. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1-1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!