The easiest French recipes

Roasting a fish like this with white wine and clams results in delectable, deeply savoury juices.

A simple asparagus tart with seasoned ricotta and Parmesan to make the most of the season

A classic Provençal dish, revolving around a garlicky aïoli

“Starting your meal with crudités might seem a bit old hat but, done properly, I think it is the height of sophistication,” says chef Alex Jackson

A delicious tarte tatin recipe using apples, pears and quince membrillo (or quince cheese) for for a memorable take on the French classic.

A Dauphinoise potatoes recipe that's made of fluffy slices of potato cooked in cream until they're crispy on top. Surely the most delicious way to serve potatoes.

Marinated anchovies are a lively addition to any Provençal-style spread

This chicken liver paté is a French classic – full of flavour and perfect for parties, or simply spread on hot buttered toast

This quiche Lorraine recipe by Mary Berry is a great stand-by for lunch or supper, always best eaten hot or warm.

The Midland Grand Dining Room's chef Patrick Powell shares a recipe for his all-time favourite dessert 

The Midland Grand Dining Room's chef Patrick Powell shares a recipe for the perfect Sunday roast. 

The Midland Grand Dining Room's chef Patrick Powell shares a fish recipe he loves making at home

'These pastries are often scented with orange flower water, so to mirror that, I use orange zest and fennel,' says Annie Bell

'I always make a beeline for unusual courgettes when I encounter them,' says Annie Bell. ‘Round, yellow and baby ones have something of Provençal charm about them’

This spread can be made a few days in advance, chilled and reheated

Annie Bell shares prep-ahead Provençal dishes that's just the thing for summertime socialising 

Buttery, comforting and topped with melted cheese – could you ask for anything more?

A great gravy that can be made quickly to accompany any roast

Butternut Squash Galette Taken from The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook by Deb Perelman, a free-form rustic tart recipe of butternut squash, carmelised onion and pastry

Serve this strawberry coulis recipe with a kick on ice cream, pancakes or cheesecake