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Wild about Saffron in Provence

Guest Post · Local Food Producers · Taste

The number of local farmers producing saffron in Provence is increasing – it used to be widely grown in the south of France, but phylloxera wiped it out early in the last century – so it is good to see that it is being produced once more. Harvesting is an incredibly fiddly job for the safranieres, and it has to be done on the morning the crocuses flower.

Discovering Saffron in Provence

Harvesting the Saffron of Provence in Cotignac

French Saffron – Facts, Fun, History and Legends

Farm Visit to le Moulin de Jarjayes Understanding Saffron in Provence

The Saffron Fields of Provence

Understanding the Cost of Saffron

Cooking with Saffron – Recipes from Provence

Mussels Saffron and Leek Soup by Cook’n with Class

Saffron Chicken with Potato and Courgette Bake by Mirabeau Wine

Fennel and Langoustine Ragoût with Saffron by David at Cocoa & Lavender

Cauliflower Saffron Soup  by David at Cocoa & Lavender

Seared Scallops, Tarragon Beurre Blanc, Saffron Carrots
Seared scallops in a citrus sauce on top of cooked carrot ribbons. It is a delicious combination and pairs perfectly with Clos Beylesse (2020), A Côtes de Provence rosé.
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Seared Scallops Citrus Sauce
Chicken Roasted with Saffron, Rosemary, and Lemon
Really, nothing could be easier to make than a roast chicken. There is very little preparation required, and plenty of time to make your sides while the chicken is roasting. Plus, the bonus is your kitchen will smell delicious.
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Comfort Food Roast Chicken with lemon rosemary saffron Sunday Suppers
Saffron Chicken with Potato and Courgette Bake
Like many popular sheet-pan recipes this one is simple and tasty. Your guests will love it.
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Saffron Chicken Potato Courgette Bake Mirabeau Wine
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