French Food: 10 Traditional Dishes You Must Try

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8Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a vegetarian delight from Provence that showcases the best of French vegetable cooking. It consists of layered slices of zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes, slowly cooked in olive oil and herbs like thyme, basil, and rosemary.

This colorful, flavorful dish is often served as a side or enjoyed on its own with crusty bread.

Best Paired With: A light, dry white wine such as a Côtes de Provence to balance the dish’s earthiness.