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French cooking is seen by many as beyond the skills of the average cook. Yet many of these culinary concoctions have gained popularity worldwide because of their versatility and universal appeal. One that comes to mind is one of France's most popular dishes, the crepe. Mostly known as a dessert snack, this ultra thin pancake wrap can be served in several different of ways, and as both a sweet and savory dish. In fact, the crepe makes perfect sense for any meal of the day.
Served Sweet
Most chefs' and diners' first introduction to this dish, since it blends perfectly with a variety of sweet ingredients, is through either the dessert or breakfast menu.
The French don't usually sit down to a large breakfast, so the Nutella crepe is ideal. It's merely the standard thin pancake with a smear of hazelnut chocolate in the middle. This is especially popular among children.
For a real French dessert, there is the Suzette. This version is doused in the french liqueur Grand Marnier with an sprinkle of orange zest. It comes with a helping of whipped cream and goes perfectly with an after dinner cordial.
The Savory Crepe
The crpe, alone, can be seen a shell. So when stuffed with savory fillings, it becomes a completely different dish. Different variations appear on lunch and dinner menus.
Popular fillings for dinner include salmon, bacon, chicken and beef and most are covered in a savory dressing. These generally make up the heavier entree items.
Aside from meat, the savory dish is also a great excuse to incorporate the vast array of French cheeses. Also, popular among cooks are vegetables, such as spinach and leeks.
The Versatile Dish
With such versatility, it would be hard to imagine anyone disliking this delicacy. Certainly in the context of French cooking, it has evolved into so many creations that there has to be at least one that satisfies any diner's cravings. There's no mystery why it's a culinary favorite and no doubt that its variations will only continue to grow. - 24553
Served Sweet
Most chefs' and diners' first introduction to this dish, since it blends perfectly with a variety of sweet ingredients, is through either the dessert or breakfast menu.
The French don't usually sit down to a large breakfast, so the Nutella crepe is ideal. It's merely the standard thin pancake with a smear of hazelnut chocolate in the middle. This is especially popular among children.
For a real French dessert, there is the Suzette. This version is doused in the french liqueur Grand Marnier with an sprinkle of orange zest. It comes with a helping of whipped cream and goes perfectly with an after dinner cordial.
The Savory Crepe
The crpe, alone, can be seen a shell. So when stuffed with savory fillings, it becomes a completely different dish. Different variations appear on lunch and dinner menus.
Popular fillings for dinner include salmon, bacon, chicken and beef and most are covered in a savory dressing. These generally make up the heavier entree items.
Aside from meat, the savory dish is also a great excuse to incorporate the vast array of French cheeses. Also, popular among cooks are vegetables, such as spinach and leeks.
The Versatile Dish
With such versatility, it would be hard to imagine anyone disliking this delicacy. Certainly in the context of French cooking, it has evolved into so many creations that there has to be at least one that satisfies any diner's cravings. There's no mystery why it's a culinary favorite and no doubt that its variations will only continue to grow. - 24553
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