26 Must-Make Recipes Inspired by Julia Child

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26 Must-Make Recipes Inspired by Julia Child2/26 French Bread 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved French Loaves Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 loaves (12 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love to help me make this delicious bread recipe. It’s quite easy, and they enjoy the fact that they can be eating fresh bread in about two hours! —Denise Boutin, Grand Isle, Vermont Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 97 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 3/26 Three-Cheese Souffles

No matter when I’ve made these soufflés, they have always been a success

5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: No matter when I’ve made these soufflés, they have always been a success. Although I’ve never seen the centers start to fall, it’s best to plan on serving them hot from the oven. —Jean Ference, Sherwood Park, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 317 calories, 24g fat (14g saturated fat), 223mg cholesterol, 424mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein. 4/26 Cauliflower Gratin 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cauliflower Gratin Recipe photo by Perry

It’s so creamy and delicious!

Santanachote for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It’s so creamy and delicious! If you like a bit of crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. — Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 196 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. 5/26 Creamy Banana Crepes 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen

My husband and I enjoy taking turns fixing weekend breakfasts

Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I enjoy taking turns fixing weekend breakfasts. These crepes are frequently on our menus. The sweet-and-sour banana filling is delicious. You’ll want to serve them for lunch, dinner and dessert! Nutrition Facts: 2 crepes: 429 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. 6/26 Salmon Mousse 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Salmon Mousse Canapes Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 3 dozen Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s so easy to top crunchy cucumber slices with a smooth and creamy salmon filling. Guests rave about the fun presentation, contrasting textures and refreshing flavor. —Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 canape: 42 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 7/26 Gingerbread Roll Cake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gingerbread Yule Log Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This nicely seasoned gingerbread holds a sweet, creamy filling.

Wine lends a warm background taste to this take on a traditional French stew

This gingerbread yule log is surprisingly light, so it’s easy to indulge in a generous slice after a hearty meal. —Bernadette Colvin, Lexington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 238 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 8/26 Cassoulet for the Gang 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cassoulet for the Gang Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 10 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Wine lends a warm background taste to this take on a traditional French stew. The

recipe feeds 10, making it a great option when you’re expecting guests—or wanting some leftovers for weekday lunches! &mdash Lynn Stein, Joseph, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 316 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 959mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 11g fiber), 25g protein. 9/26 Slow-Cooker Beef Bourguignon 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Beef Bourguignon Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’d wanted to make boeuf bourguignon (beef Burgundy) ever since I got one of Julia Child’s cookbooks, but I wanted

to find a way to fix it in a slow cooker

to find a way to fix it in a slow cooker. My slow-cooker boeuf bourguignon is still rich, hearty and delicious, but there’s no need to watch it on the stovetop or in the oven. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup beef mixture (calculated without noodles): 289 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 10/26 Inspired by: Chocolate Mousse 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe

I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite

From the Recipe Creator: A friend shared this rich velvety chocolate mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it’s easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 366 calories, 30g fat (18g saturated fat), 160mg cholesterol, 23mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 11/26 Lemon Tart 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Tart Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Be patient when making the

crust for this lemon tart

crust for this lemon tart. It will take a few minutes of pulsing for the food processor to work its magic. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 332 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 12/26 Red Potato Salad 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Red Potato and Egg Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 17 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This flavorful red potato salad recipe with egg is the perfect side for summer cookouts. The red

potatoes really dress it up

potatoes really dress it up. —Margaret Blomquist, Newfield, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 276 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 309mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 13/26 Vanilla Frosting 148 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings About 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After trying a few buttercream frosting recipes, this easy vanilla buttercream frosting takes the cake with its unmatchable homemade taste. With a few simple variations, you can come up with different

colors and flavors

colors and flavors. —Diana Wilson, Denver, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 124 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 14/26 Chicken Marsala 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Speedy Chicken Marsala Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my favorite dishes to order in restaurants, so I created a version that I could make in a flash on a weeknight at home. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 serving:

This simple treatment perfectly complements the fresh taste of tomatoes

493 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 40g protein. 15/26 Herb-Topped Stuffed Tomatoes 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Herb-Topped Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This simple treatment perfectly complements the fresh taste of tomatoes. Serve as a side dish to any entree or as a fresh summer appetizer. Mary E. Relyea – Canastota, New York Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 143 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 247mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (8g

sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein

sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 16/26 Spring Essence Soup with Pistou 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spring Essence Soup with Pistou Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: During the last part of April one year, I picked what I had available in the garden. I found oregano, leeks, asparagus and rhubarb. This became the base for an essence-of-spring recipe. The rhubarb adds a citrus element, which is balanced by the nutty, earthy pistou. It is truly

a layering of flavors

a layering of flavors. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 cup with 1 teaspoon pistou: 147 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 601mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 17/26 Meringue Shells with Lemon Curd 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love a dazzling dessert of meringue shells filled with sunny lemon curd. It’s sweet and tart, crunchy and fluffy. Top this lemon curd dessert with whipped

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