French

Two French classics that depend more on technique than on shopping. French onion soup takes the time to brown onions slowly in butter until jammy, then finishes under the grill with baguette and Gruyère. Chocolate lava cakes go the other way, baked hot and fast so the centre stays molten, and the ramekins can be filled up to a day ahead. For oven settings in °C, °F, fan and gas mark, see our kitchen conversions guide.

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