I have been reading about a traditional Christmas Eve meal in Provence. It includes 7 meatless courses, such as salted cod, vegetables, cheeses, etc. Then you go to mass and return to eat the Thirteen desserts. Now, my husband and I will be in Isle sur la Sorge on Chrsitmas Eve. I expect to be able to buy the 13 dessorts (don't worry, it is mainly dried fruit, plus some cookies). I have searched the internet for recipes for this meal, but only found a recipes for the salted cod. Anybody know more about this tradition and where I might find recipes?
Posted by
Freedonia
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My suggestion is to go to your local library or large bookstore and look for books on Provencal cooking.
Posted by
OP
Springfield, VA, USA
283 posts
You know, Frank II, if I can't find it online.... Also, I looked in an extensive collections of french cookbooks and was unsuccessful. I first read about this in Peter Mayle's Provence A-Z, and he gives a description, but no recipes.
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New Paltz, NY
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Posted by
OP
Springfield, VA, USA
283 posts
Thanks, Michael. That was exactly what I was looking for! I must not have googled it right!!