We might have just bid another Olympics adieu but we’re not quite ready to fill the France-shaped hole in our heart just yet. French cuisine is the ultimate in comfort cooking and these dishes are best served next to a crusty baguette on a winter's night. Jammy, stewy, creamy goodness — it's what the French do best.

Buttery and rich, Lennox Hastie’s coq au vin topped with golden brioche will transport you straight to a bistro in the City of Love. Also, David Herbert delivers another Parisian classic with his cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth French onion tart. Head south to Provence with this olive-crusted rack of lamb, perfectly paired with roast potatoes and a glass (or two) of wine. 

And perhaps a mid-week dessert? Why not try your hand at our creamy and shatteringly crisp six ingredient creme brûlée. Or use up the last of your frozen puff pastry while blood oranges are ripe and in-season with this zesty riff on a tarte tatin. 

These recipes will have you right in the heart of Paris, without the culinary gymnastics.