Hello, Real Women of Philadelphia!

Let’s be honest—do you keep checking the RECIPES section for all of your French inspired recipes and videos like we are? Our very first recipe submission was from CHERYL LUNDQUIST HERE, and we definitely think she has set the bar high!

So, since we can’t wait to see all of those recipes come flooding in, we thought we’d return this morning with a few ways to spark that recipe inspiration for all of you! Think of this as your little go-to guide to help get those juices flowin’! We’re covering everything from French ingredients to wonderful cooking tips—check it out:

INGREDIENTS: If you don’t have a favorite French ingredient yet, you will now! Here are a few of our favorites: Fleur de sel, Haricots Verts and Herbs de Provence. And if you are REALLY thinking outside of the box, try incorporating black currants and lavender into your delicious recipes!

TECHNIQUES: If you are whipping up a vegetable dish, try brunoised vegetables—tiny cuts, beautiful color! Looking to make a healthier recipe? Look no further than En papillote, cooking your food in folded parchment paper!

BONUS: Having recipe road block? We have a sweet solution: French dessert favorites include recipes for crème brulee, éclairs, profiteroles and fruit tarts. Take one of these traditional French desserts, give it a Philadelphia twist, and you could be walking away with your very own Delicious Dream Trip to France!

With sweet treats in mind, we want to know:

What is your favorite French dessert? Have you enjoyed it at a wonderful French restaurant or simply made it at home?

Tell us your recipe for sweet success in the Comments below! And remember, if you choose to create an original French dessert for the contest, Philadelphia INDULGENCE is just one of the many amazing products you can incorporate into your dish!

And good luck with your video recipe submissions, ladies!

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