{"id":1811,"date":"2013-12-27T13:07:23","date_gmt":"2013-12-27T13:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.listenandlearn.org\/blog\/?p=1811"},"modified":"2013-12-27T14:12:30","modified_gmt":"2013-12-27T14:12:30","slug":"10-french-dishes-for-children-voila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.listenandlearn.org\/blog\/10-french-dishes-for-children-voila\/","title":{"rendered":"10 French Dishes for Children. Voila!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In France, food is serious business, it\u2019s not something to be trifled with. That goes for all age groups \u2013 and your little ones will understand why after you introduce them to just a few of these child-friendly French specialities.<\/p>\n

If you decide to reside in France, you need to eat like they do, talk like they do, live like they do, and that means a compulsory visit to the markets on the weekend. The kids will love the fresh food, colourful displays, and lively atmosphere, and can be rewarded with the simplest, yet tastiest, of French lunches \u2013 fresh, warm French baguette and gooey camembert.<\/p>\n

That combination of deliciousness is just a starter for their culinary adventure, as they delve into the wonderful world of French cuisine.<\/p>\n

1. Croissants<\/b><\/p>\n

Oui, the most French of all French foods, this buttery, crescent-shaped pastry is the perfect start to the day. Usually dunked into a caf\u00e9 au lait, it\u2019s just as good just with butter and jam. There\u2019s also its evil twin, the Pain Au Chocolate, which doesn\u2019t need anything done to it \u2013 it\u2019s devilishly good on its own.<\/p>\n

2. French Toast or Pain Perdu<\/b><\/p>\n

While we\u2019re at petite dejeuner, this dish of stale bread dipped in egg and milk, shallow fried, and served with cinnamon may sound odd, but there\u2019s a reason why it has been around for thousands of years \u2013 it tastes fantastic, and it\u2019s a great use for those old bits of baguette!<\/p>\n

Funnily enough, the recipe didn\u2019t originate in France, that honour goes to the author of a collection of Latin recipes in a book called the Apicius<\/i> circa 4CE \u2013 for more odd facts about France check out our true and false quiz<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3. Croque Monsieur<\/b><\/p>\n

Croque Monsieur is basically a cheese and ham toasted sandwich in English speak, and its big sister, Croque Madame, chucks a fried egg in there for good measure.<\/p>\n

4. Crepes<\/b><\/p>\n

These super thin pancakes are eaten any time of day, every day of the week, whatever the occasion, and there are no rules to what the fillings can be \u2013 although traditionally it\u2019s ham and cheese, and Nutella is a popular option, so anything goes really.<\/p>\n

5. French Onion Soup<\/b><\/p>\n

Easy to make, and even easier to eat, this truly traditional soup of browned onions, with a crouton and melted cheese on top will go down a treat with even the fussiest of mini-me\u2019s.<\/p>\n

6. Frites<\/b><\/p>\n

Frites, aka French fries, or chips, originated in France, although Belgium would beg to differ, and America probably thinks they were invented by McDonalds. Either way, what child doesn\u2019t like these crisp fried chopped potatoes \u2013 especially when they\u2019re served with garlic aioli a la Francaise!<\/p>\n

7. Steak & Frites<\/b><\/p>\n

You can\u2019t go wrong here \u2013 it\u2019s like a traditional steak and chips in England, but without the eggs, mushy peas, and be warned, asking for steak more than medium rare could risk you being hastily removed from any restaurant, or home, in France.<\/p>\n

8. Nicoise Salad<\/b><\/p>\n

If you have a pescetarian in your midst, or you\u2019re just wanting the kids to top up their 5+ a day vegetable intake, this is a great dish. Traditionally it\u2019s a salad of tuna, with beans, hard boiled eggs, anchovies, and olives, but of course there are also modern variations using chicken, salmon, or potatoes \u2013 all of which are tasty and healthy.<\/p>\n

9. Dauphinoise Potatoes<\/b><\/p>\n

Not so healthy, but ridiculously tasty, this dish is basically sliced potatoes, cream, and cheese, and what child doesn\u2019t like that combo?!<\/p>\n

10. Cr\u00e8me Brulee<\/b><\/p>\n

Once they\u2019ve cracked the top, they won\u2019t be able to stop! This creamy vanilla pudding with caramelised sugar topping is popular with everyone for good reason \u2013 it\u2019s a taste sensation.<\/p>\n

Despite the rich diet of the French, they have a remarkably low incidence of coronary disease and other diet related ailments, which suggests they\u2019ve got the balance right \u2013 so if you\u2019re living in France, your kids will have a healthy head start compared to many of their Western counterparts. Learn how to order in perfect French or test your current level<\/a> before jetting off!<\/p>\n

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In France, food is serious business, it\u2019s not something to be trifled with. That goes for all age groups \u2013 and your little ones will understand why after you introduce them to just a few of these child-friendly French specialities. If you decide to reside in France, you need to eat like they do, talk(\u2026)<\/p>\n

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