Our favourite French recipes for the Olympics

Anchovies give a salty punch to this traditional pizza-style tart. The key is to make sure the onions are meltingly soft before spreading on to the pastry.

Recipe: Pissaladière

We used tinned peaches for speed, but you can use 6 ripe, peeled, destoned and sliced or chopped peaches, if you prefer. The perfect Olympic dessert!

Recipe: Peach, Thyme and Ricotta Galette

We’ve given the classic French dessert a British twist by making it strawberries and cream flavoured.

Recipe: Strawberry and Almond Paris-Brest

We’ve added poppy seeds for a little twist, but you can leave them out if you prefer.

Recipe: Tarte Au Citron

We show you how to make perfect steak and twice-cooked chips for this special meal to enjoy during the Olympics.

Recipe: Steak Béarnaise

Have no fear, this soufflé is easy, delicious and wont sink.

Recipe: Cheesy Tomato Soufflé

We’ve kept this light and vegetable-focused, but you could stir some drained tinned beans into the tomato and pepper sauce before cooking if you’re after a heartier meal.

Recipe: Cheesy Baked Ratatouille

Light and airy Madeleine cakes dipped into white chocolate, and they're much easier to make than you might think.

Recipe: Pearly Oyster Madeleines

Though originally a Swiss cheese, raclette is also popular in France, so rustle up this cheesy pasta back for The Games viewing.

Recipe: Raclette Mac and Cheese

Gloriously golden caramel, tender apples and crisp pastry – this truly is one of France’s most superior exports.

Recipe: Apple Tarte Tatin

Tangy pink rhubarb balances the soft vanilla sweetness in this indulgent breakfast bake.

Recipe: Rhubarb and Custard Brioche Bake

If the British weather isn't playing ball during the Olympics, then make this warming soup!

Recipe: French Onion Soup