à la bonne femme

Sole Bonne Femme 

à la bonne femme — literally translated as “good wife,” the term bonne femme describes food prepared in an uncomplicated, homey manner. Sole bonne femme is a simply poached fish served with a sauce of white wine and lemon juice, and often garnished with small onions and mushrooms — [ah lah bohn FEHM]

Cuisine: French

Category: Glossary

Sub Category: Cooking Terms