From crêpes to moules marinière to ratatouille...

<p>Parades, parties, and plenty of food help to celebrate Bastille Day in France, which is marked every year on July 14th. </p><p>The French national holiday, which is known as La Fete Nationale in France, marks the storming of the Bastille (a military fortress) in 1789, and was the beginning of the French Revolution. People line the streets to celebrate and attend street parties where there's an array of typical French dishes and delights.</p><p>To help you celebrate Bastille Day, wherever you may be, we've rounded up some tasty and summery French treats.</p><h2>Crêpes Suzette</h2><p>Just as delicious when filled with savoury ingredients like <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/spinach-pancakes" target="_blank">spinach and cheese</a> for lunch, as they are with sweet toppings like the classic <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/crepes-suzette" target="_blank">C</a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/crepes-suzette" target="_blank">rêpes Suzette</a>, this dish is a must-try.  </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="crepes-suzette__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/crepes-suzette__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Croque Madame</h2><p>The perfect accompaniment to cheese is, of course, a crusty baguette. Try making a classic Croque Monsieur (basically a fancy ham and cheese toastie) or a <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cheats-croque-madame" target="_blank">Croque Madame</a> (with egg) for lunch, to help get your taste of French cuisine. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="cheats-croque-madame__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cheats-croque-madame__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Easy tuna niçoise salad</h2><p>Filled with tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs and Niçoise olives - <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/easy-tuna-nicoise-salad" target="_blank">this is a quick</a> and easy French classic that's perfect for a light mid-week meal or a <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/salad-bowls-shaker-pots/asda-tuna-nicoise-with-mustard-basil-dressing-salad-shaker/910003071957" target="_blank">simple lunch</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="easy-tuna-nicoise-salad__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/easy-tuna-nicoise-salad__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2> </h2><h2>Moules marinière</h2><p>People can be nervous about cooking shellfish, but <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-moules-mariniere" target="_blank">this classic </a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-moules-mariniere" target="_blank">moules</a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-moules-mariniere" target="_blank"> marinière</a> is surprisingly quick and easy to make. Serve as a starter with crusty bread, or double the quantities and serve as a main with chips.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="masterclass-moules-mariniere__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/masterclass-moules-mariniere__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>White wine Coq au Vin</h2><p>When it comes to French recipes, this chicken stew is the ultimate winter warmer. So, this summer, why not try making <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/coq-au-vin-blanc" target="_blank">this white </a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/coq-au-vin-blanc" target="_blank">coq</a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/coq-au-vin-blanc" target="_blank"> au vin recipe</a> instead? Our twist on this French casserole contains white wine instead of red for a lighter and more summery taste. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="coq-au-vin-blanc__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/coq-au-vin-blanc__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>One-pan ratatouille pasta</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/one-pan-ratatouille-pasta" target="_blank">This veggie dish</a> is so famous that it even inspired a Pixar film! Made with courgettes, onions, peppers and tomatoes, this one pot wonder couldn't be simpler (or more delicious) to make. Remember to use grated cheddar instead of parmesan for a veggie version.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ratatouille_asda__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/ratatouille_asda__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Quiche Lorraine</h2><p>Perfect for lunches and picnics with friends, a classic quiche lorraine can be eaten hot or cold. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/quiche-lorraine" target="_blank">This recipe</a> makes a lovely, crisp, buttery pastry, and it's very simple to master. Or if you'd rather a <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/quiche-tarts/asda-quiche-lorraine/910001068511" target="_blank">pre made one</a>, make sure you stock up on this. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="imageRecipeQuicheLorraine-2x__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/imageRecipeQuicheLorraine-2x__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>french apple tart</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/french-apple-tart" target="_blank">Our apple tart</a> is as good as the ones you see in French bakeries and it's so easy to make - it makes the perfect Sunday dessert. Yum!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="french-apple-tart__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/french-apple-tart__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>French fruit flan</h2><p>Light, refreshing and so very tasty. Use a variety of <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/fruit-tart" target="_blank">different sliced fruits</a> - you could include all of your family's favourites. Or if you're in a rush, use our <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/pastry-flan-cases/perfect-pastry-sponge-flan-case/910002214659" target="_blank">ready-made base</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="french-fruit-flan__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/french-fruit-flan__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to create some French dishes? Make sure you stock up on everything you need at <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/?cmpid=ahc-_-ghs-_-asdacom-_-hp-_-nav-_-ghs" target="_blank">Asda</a> or <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store</a>. </em></p>

9 French recipes to celebrate Bastille Day

By ASDA Admin,14th July 2017

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