Joie de Vie

Faith Is Stronger Than Fear

(Scroll down to "The Playlist" and hit play before reading... works better that way!)

After the recent horrible events we want to keep Paris and all of those touched by this tragedy in our thoughts and prayers. While we can not forget what happened, we must focus on the future and the joy of life. 

Today we honor our French brethren... and celebrate the wonderful cuisine, music and wine they bring to the world. 

You are Braver than you Believe.
Stronger than you Seem.
And Loved... More than you'll ever know!

The Plate... 

Chicken Dijon

A tasty and easy little french dish for ya. We used dark meat for the extra flavor, but you can surely use chicken breast if you prefer. Bon appetite!

What you need... 

8 medium chicken drumsticks/thighs (3lbs)

1 tsp coriander seeds

2 tbsp olive oil

salt and pepper

1/4 cup onion / finely chopped

4 cloves of garlic / minced

1 1/2 cups of chicken broth

2 tbsp whole-grain mustard

3 tbsp your cream

2 tsp tarragon

1 loaf french bread, for serving

What you do...

In a large skillet, toast the coriander seeds for about 2 minutes.

Transfer the seeds to a bowl and let them cool.

Crush the seeds with a pestle.

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil.

Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. 

Cook over med-high heat until golden brown all over (10 minutes).

Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes.

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Add the broth and crushed Coriander, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low (15 minutes).

Transfer the chicken onto a platter and cover. 

Whisk the mustard with the sour cream and tarragon then add to the skillet.

Simmer the sauce over medium heat until it thickens (about 5 minutes).

Return the chicken to the skillet, turning to coat.

Serve with the French bread and some good wine.

The Playlist... 

Joie de Vie

Think comfort... Peace... Joy. Just Smile!

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The Bar... 

Chateau Des Labourons 

"Gamay"

This is the perfect complement to the "Chicken Dijon".

If you have never tried a Gamay before, you are in for a treat.At first you will think "Pinot" from Burgundy. 

Soft tannins with a nice light complexity.

Perfect compliment to the Chicken Dijon!

Love One Another And...

Pray For Peace