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 Gros souper is the traditional Provencal family meal held before midnight mass on Christmas Eve. The seven meatless courses are meant to symbolize Mary's labor pains. The dishes are to be prepared ahead of time or made with a minimum of effort on Christmas Eve, so the family can relax and spend time together. As more families adopt modern customs, the classic gros souper menu changes. These recipes are a mix of both the old and new. Bon appetit and joyeux Noel... Read more.
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Christmas Breakfast Pastry Recipes
 These Christmas breakfast pastry recipes are the perfect treats to snack on while opening presents on Christmas morning. Some of them can be prepared the night before and allowed to rest in the refrigerator as you sleep. Others are quick and easy to prepare, as the coffee brews... Read more.
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13 Desserts of Christmas
 The thirteen desserts of Christmas, or Les Treize Desserts de Noël, are enjoyed after Gros Souper in Provence. The thirteen desserts are in reference to Jesus and his twelve apostles at the Last Supper. As tradition goes, there must be at least thirteen sweet available, they are all served at once, and each guest must have at least a small bit of each dessert. These recipes are the ones most likely to appear after the feast... Read more.
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Chateaubriand Recipe
 Chateaubriand is a juicy-on-the-inside, seared and roasted beef tenderloin with wine sauce frequently ordered for a table of two at French restaurants. Thischateaubriand recipe is the traditional version of the restaurant favorite, seasoned very simply, roasted to perfection, and then sliced on the diagonal. Be sure to make the quick shallot and wine sauce and serve the meal with chateau potatoes for authenticity.
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Pain d'Epices Recipe
Easy, rustic pain d'epices, or gingerbread, is the perfect dessert recipe to whip up during a busy day. I like to allow the cake to cool, and develop its flavor, for a few hours before serving. Whether you enjoy it with a steaming mug of coffee or tea or a tall, cold glass of milk, you're sure to love the rich spiciness of this honey butter cake...Read more.
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