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Welcome to Prep My Recipe!

I am a multicultural Southern California native with a lifelong passion for all cuisines. A retired corporate executive, now loving life as a recipe developer and food blogger.

 
 
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Micheline

Prep My Recipe is a food blog featuring California-style recipes, step-by-step instructions for how to make delicious food and drinks, printable recipe cards, helpful recipe videos and tips & tricks, as well as recommended products for all budgets. Blog pages also spotlight “Pimp My Recipe” ideas for how to customize each recipe for a variety of dietary preferences. Please go to the Recipes menu at the top of this website to browse all categories and access all recipes. 

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Parisian Hot Chocolate (Chocolat Chaud)
Cocktails and Drinks, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Quick and Easy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe Cocktails and Drinks, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Quick and Easy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe

Parisian Hot Chocolate (Chocolat Chaud)

So rich and thick, this Parisian Hot Chocolate (Chocolat Chaud) is as close as it comes to true French hot chocolate. Inspired by the famous chocolat chaud from Angelina Paris, this decadent sipping chocolate is made with dark chocolate, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, and a touch of sugar. Espresso powder is the secret ingredient that brings out the chocolate flavor in this cozy drink. Topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream, the smallest cup of this delicious chocolate drink will definitely satisfy your chocolate craving!

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Bananes Flambée (Bananas Foster)
Desserts, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Quick and Easy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe Desserts, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Quick and Easy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe

Bananes Flambée (Bananas Foster)

Although this may not be the prettiest dessert, Bananes Flambée just might be one of the best you have ever tasted! This quintessential French dessert is also known as Bananas Foster, and is surprisingly easy to make. Butter and two types of sugar combine to create a rich caramel sauce. Very ripe bananas are then caramelized in the sauce and flambéed with brandy (or Cognac). This delectable hot caramel sauce is then poured over vanilla ice cream to create the most magical dessert. Be sure to enjoy it quickly before it melts!

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