The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution: A Cookbook

An indispensable resource for home cooks from the woman who changed the way Americans think about food. Perhaps more responsible than anyone […]
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An indispensable resource for home cooks from the woman who changed the way Americans think about food.
Perhaps more responsible than anyone for the revolution in the way we eat, cook, and think about food, Alice Waters has “single-handedly chang[ed] the American palate” according to the New York Times. Her simple but inventive dishes focus on a passion for flavor and a reverence for locally produced, seasonal foods.
With an essential repertoire of timeless, approachable recipes chosen to enhance and showcase great ingredients, The Art of Simple Food isan indispensable resource for home cooks. Here you will find Alice’s philosophy on everything from stocking your kitchen, to mastering fundamentals and preparing delicious, seasonal inspired meals all year long. Always true to her philosophy that a perfect meal is one that’s balanced in texture, color, and flavor, Waters helps us embrace the seasons’ bounty and make the best choices when selecting ingredients. Fill your market basket with pristine produce, healthful grains, and responsibly raised meat, poultry, and seafood, then embark on a voyage of culinary rediscovery that reminds us that the most gratifying dish is often the least complex.
Publisher : Clarkson Potter (October 2, 2007)
Language : English
Hardcover : 405 pages
ISBN-10 : 0307336794
ISBN-13 : 978-0307336798
Item Weight : 2.5 pounds
Dimensions : 9.46 x 7.6 x 1.34 inches
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Customers find the recipes in the book clear and simple, perfect for weeknight cooking. They appreciate the guidance on cooking basics and flavor theory. The recipes are easy to follow with minimal ingredients, focusing on fresh, readily available kitchen ingredients. Readers find the information quality useful and consider it a great addition to any cook’s book shelf. They also mention that the book is sprinkled with practical advice about preparing wholesome food.
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