Author: Claudine Pepin
Publisher:
ISBN: 159253953X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Thirty simple, classic French recipes to cook and eat as a family. Recipes and tips are presented in English and French.
Rustic French Cooking Made Easy
Author: Audrey Le Goff
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1624148646
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Cook Your Way Through France with Simple, Delicious Recipes Real French home cooking is easier than you think! Leave haute cuisine to fussy restaurants, and dive into these uncomplicated classics from Audrey Le Goff, founder of the blog Pardon Your French. Drawing inspiration from her childhood in the north of France, Audrey shares simple fare, full of the rich, complex flavors French cuisine is known for. From quiche to crêpes, these homey dishes are anything but humble. Explore France’s distinct regions and delve into the culture behind each recipe. Hearty cold-weather favorites from the north, like Alsatian Pork and Sauerkraut Stew and the supremely flakey Thin-Crusted Onion, Bacon and Cream Tart are quick and comforting. Provençal Vegetable and Pistou Soup, from the sunny south of France, is packed with bright herbs and ripe produce, and Basque Braised Chicken with Peppers is sure to please with a burst of spice. The essential One-Pot French Onion Soup provides a taste of France any night of the week, and the beloved, buttery Kouign-Amann is surprisingly easy to master. With friendly instructions and easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll soon feel right at home with French cooking.
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1624148646
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Cook Your Way Through France with Simple, Delicious Recipes Real French home cooking is easier than you think! Leave haute cuisine to fussy restaurants, and dive into these uncomplicated classics from Audrey Le Goff, founder of the blog Pardon Your French. Drawing inspiration from her childhood in the north of France, Audrey shares simple fare, full of the rich, complex flavors French cuisine is known for. From quiche to crêpes, these homey dishes are anything but humble. Explore France’s distinct regions and delve into the culture behind each recipe. Hearty cold-weather favorites from the north, like Alsatian Pork and Sauerkraut Stew and the supremely flakey Thin-Crusted Onion, Bacon and Cream Tart are quick and comforting. Provençal Vegetable and Pistou Soup, from the sunny south of France, is packed with bright herbs and ripe produce, and Basque Braised Chicken with Peppers is sure to please with a burst of spice. The essential One-Pot French Onion Soup provides a taste of France any night of the week, and the beloved, buttery Kouign-Amann is surprisingly easy to master. With friendly instructions and easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll soon feel right at home with French cooking.
In the French Kitchen with Kids
Author: Mardi Michels
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
ISBN: 0147530784
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Shortlisted for the 2019 Taste Canada Awards! From the writer and recipe developer behind eat. live. travel. write comes a new cookbook for parents, children and Francophiles of all ages. Forget the fuss and bring simple, delicious French dishes to your home kitchen with Mardi Michels as your guide. Twice a week during the school year, you'll find Mardi Michels--French teacher and the well-known blogger behind eat. live. travel. write--directing up to a dozen children in her school's science lab as they slice, dice, mix, knead and, most importantly, taste. Whether they're learning to make an authentic ratatouille tian or tackling quiche made with pastry from scratch, Mardi's students can accomplish just about anything in the kitchen once they put their minds to it. In her first book, Mardi shows that French food doesn't have to be complicated. The result is an elegant, approachable cookbook featuring recipes tailored for young chefs and their families. From savory dishes like Omelettes, Croque-Monsieurs or Steak Frites to sweet treats like Profiteroles, Madeleines or Crème Brûlée, readers will find many French classics here. With helpful timetables to plan out baking projects, as well as tips on how to get kids involved in the cooking, this book breaks down any preconceived notion that French cuisine is too fancy or too difficult for kids to master. With Mardi's warm, empowering and encouraging instructions, kids of all ages will be begging to help out in the kitchen every day of the week.
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
ISBN: 0147530784
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Shortlisted for the 2019 Taste Canada Awards! From the writer and recipe developer behind eat. live. travel. write comes a new cookbook for parents, children and Francophiles of all ages. Forget the fuss and bring simple, delicious French dishes to your home kitchen with Mardi Michels as your guide. Twice a week during the school year, you'll find Mardi Michels--French teacher and the well-known blogger behind eat. live. travel. write--directing up to a dozen children in her school's science lab as they slice, dice, mix, knead and, most importantly, taste. Whether they're learning to make an authentic ratatouille tian or tackling quiche made with pastry from scratch, Mardi's students can accomplish just about anything in the kitchen once they put their minds to it. In her first book, Mardi shows that French food doesn't have to be complicated. The result is an elegant, approachable cookbook featuring recipes tailored for young chefs and their families. From savory dishes like Omelettes, Croque-Monsieurs or Steak Frites to sweet treats like Profiteroles, Madeleines or Crème Brûlée, readers will find many French classics here. With helpful timetables to plan out baking projects, as well as tips on how to get kids involved in the cooking, this book breaks down any preconceived notion that French cuisine is too fancy or too difficult for kids to master. With Mardi's warm, empowering and encouraging instructions, kids of all ages will be begging to help out in the kitchen every day of the week.
Let's Cook Spanish, A Family Cookbook
Author: Gabriela Llamas
Publisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1627888446
Category : Cooking
Languages : es
Pages : 99
Book Description
Explore the art and joy of Spanish food, language, and culture with your family. This vibrantly illustrated bilingual cookbook collects 30 of the most classic, traditional Spanish dishes—from tapas to paella—and optimizes them for your whole family to cook and enjoy together, along with notes on Spanish culture and suggested menus for your next family fiesta. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, notable Spanish chef Gabriela Llamas presents recipes for tapas (small bites) and pinchos (skewered bites), meat and fish, vegetables and salads, as well as sweets. Each page in English is mirrored in Spanish and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. The special introduction for children explains that Spanish hogar means not only "family house," but also "the hearth"—where the fire is. The kitchen, the spiritual center of the house, is the perfect place to learn about the rich sharing culture of Spain. Prepare with your family: Vegetable Cocas, Spanish pizza Chicken in Pepitoria, a traditional dish dating back to the Middle Ages Cold Vegetable Soup, one of Spain’s most universal dishes Torrijas, Spanish French toast With this interactive cookbook and cultural guide, your child's imagination and creativity will be sparked, as will your deeper connection with them. Also available in this series: Let's Cook French and Let's Cook Italian. Descubra con su familia la alegría y el arte de la cultura, idioma y comida españolas. Este libro bilingüe, con brillantes ilustraciones, recoge más de 30 recetas clásicas de la cocina tradicional, desde tapas a paella, y las optimiza para su familia de modo que puedan cocinar y disfrutar todos juntos. Incluye notas sobre la cultura española y menús para la próxima fiesta familiar. Con énfasis en los productos frescos y la experiencia práctica, la conocida chef Gabriela Llamas presenta recetas para tapas (pequeños bocados) y pinchos (bocados ensartados en palillo), carnes y pescados, verduras y ensaladas así como dulces. Cada página en inglés a la izquierda, se encuentra traducida al español a la derecha facilitando el aprendizaje del idioma. En la introducción orientada hacia niños, se explica que en España ‘hogar’ no significa solo la casa familiar si no el lugar donde se encuentra el fuego, el calor. La cocina, el centro espiritual de la casa, es el lugar perfecto para aprender sobre la generosa cultura española de compartir. Prepara con tu familia: cocas de verdura, la pizza española pollo en pepitoria, un guiso tradicional que se remonta a la Edad Media Gazpacho o sopa fría de verduras, uno de los platos españoles más universales Torrijas, el equivalente español a ‘french toast’ (tostada francesa) Esta guía cultural y libro de cocina interactivo, pondrá de relieve y realzará la imaginación y creatividad de tu hijo. También en esta serie: Let’s cook French y Let’s cook Italian.
Publisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1627888446
Category : Cooking
Languages : es
Pages : 99
Book Description
Explore the art and joy of Spanish food, language, and culture with your family. This vibrantly illustrated bilingual cookbook collects 30 of the most classic, traditional Spanish dishes—from tapas to paella—and optimizes them for your whole family to cook and enjoy together, along with notes on Spanish culture and suggested menus for your next family fiesta. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, notable Spanish chef Gabriela Llamas presents recipes for tapas (small bites) and pinchos (skewered bites), meat and fish, vegetables and salads, as well as sweets. Each page in English is mirrored in Spanish and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. The special introduction for children explains that Spanish hogar means not only "family house," but also "the hearth"—where the fire is. The kitchen, the spiritual center of the house, is the perfect place to learn about the rich sharing culture of Spain. Prepare with your family: Vegetable Cocas, Spanish pizza Chicken in Pepitoria, a traditional dish dating back to the Middle Ages Cold Vegetable Soup, one of Spain’s most universal dishes Torrijas, Spanish French toast With this interactive cookbook and cultural guide, your child's imagination and creativity will be sparked, as will your deeper connection with them. Also available in this series: Let's Cook French and Let's Cook Italian. Descubra con su familia la alegría y el arte de la cultura, idioma y comida españolas. Este libro bilingüe, con brillantes ilustraciones, recoge más de 30 recetas clásicas de la cocina tradicional, desde tapas a paella, y las optimiza para su familia de modo que puedan cocinar y disfrutar todos juntos. Incluye notas sobre la cultura española y menús para la próxima fiesta familiar. Con énfasis en los productos frescos y la experiencia práctica, la conocida chef Gabriela Llamas presenta recetas para tapas (pequeños bocados) y pinchos (bocados ensartados en palillo), carnes y pescados, verduras y ensaladas así como dulces. Cada página en inglés a la izquierda, se encuentra traducida al español a la derecha facilitando el aprendizaje del idioma. En la introducción orientada hacia niños, se explica que en España ‘hogar’ no significa solo la casa familiar si no el lugar donde se encuentra el fuego, el calor. La cocina, el centro espiritual de la casa, es el lugar perfecto para aprender sobre la generosa cultura española de compartir. Prepara con tu familia: cocas de verdura, la pizza española pollo en pepitoria, un guiso tradicional que se remonta a la Edad Media Gazpacho o sopa fría de verduras, uno de los platos españoles más universales Torrijas, el equivalente español a ‘french toast’ (tostada francesa) Esta guía cultural y libro de cocina interactivo, pondrá de relieve y realzará la imaginación y creatividad de tu hijo. También en esta serie: Let’s cook French y Let’s cook Italian.
Let's Cook French, A Family Cookbook
Author: Claudine Pépin
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1631592076
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
2016 IACP Award Finalist! According to Jacques Pepin, "the moment for a child to be in the kitchen is from the moment they are born." Previously published under the title Kids Cook French, Let's Cook French, written by his daughter Claudine Pepin, is a fun, interactive, bilingual family cookbook that introduces the art and joy of French cooking—featuring 30 classic recipes, along with notes on French culture and suggested menus for your next family soirée. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, Let’s Cook French offers a total immersion in French culinary culture. Each page in English is mirrored in French and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. Featured are authentic French recipes that are easy for young chefs to follow, including starters, main courses, sides, and desserts. Sweet illustrations by Claudine’s father, legendary chef Jacques Pépin, and daughter Shorey, add charm to the pages throughout. Prepare with your family: ·Vichyssoise ·Boeuf Bourguignon ·Salade Niçoise ·Spinach in Bechamel ·Crème brûlée ·CrêpesWith this interactive cookbook and cultural guide, your child's imagination and creativity will be sparked, as will your deeper connection with them.Also available in this series: Let’s Cook Spanish and Let’s Cook Italian.Selon Jacques Pepin, « la place d’un enfant dans la cuisine doit se faire dès sa naissance ». Écrit par sa fille Claudine Pepin et précédemment publié sous le titre Les enfants cuisinent à la française, Cuisinons français est un livre de recettes familiales amusant, interactif et bilingue et une introduction à l’art et au bonheur de la cuisine française – il comprend 30 recettes classiques, des anecdotes sur la culture française et des suggestions de menus pour vos prochaines soirées en famille. Avec un accent mis sur les ingrédients frais et des préparations pratiques, Cuisinons français offre une immersion complète dans la culture culinaire française. Chaque page de gauche rédigée en anglais est traduite en français sur celle de droite, les termes culinaires sont mentionnés dans les deux langues tout au long du livre, ce qui crée le format parfait pour un apprentissage bilingue. Sont mises à l’honneur des recettes françaises authentiques faciles à suivre pour les jeunes chefs, contenant des entrées, des plats, des accompagnements et des desserts. De savoureuses illustrations réalisées par le père de Claudine, le légendaire chef Jacques Pepin, et Shorey, sa fille, ajoutent du charme au fil des pages. Préparez en famille : ·Une Vichyssoise ·Un bœuf bourguignon ·Une salade niçoise ·Des épinards à la béchamel ·De la crème brûlée ·Des crêpesCe livre de recettes et guide culturel ludique éveillera l’imagination et la créativité de vos enfants et vous rapprochera encore plus d’eux. Également disponible dans cette série : Cuisinons espagnol et Cuisinons italien.
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1631592076
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
2016 IACP Award Finalist! According to Jacques Pepin, "the moment for a child to be in the kitchen is from the moment they are born." Previously published under the title Kids Cook French, Let's Cook French, written by his daughter Claudine Pepin, is a fun, interactive, bilingual family cookbook that introduces the art and joy of French cooking—featuring 30 classic recipes, along with notes on French culture and suggested menus for your next family soirée. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, Let’s Cook French offers a total immersion in French culinary culture. Each page in English is mirrored in French and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. Featured are authentic French recipes that are easy for young chefs to follow, including starters, main courses, sides, and desserts. Sweet illustrations by Claudine’s father, legendary chef Jacques Pépin, and daughter Shorey, add charm to the pages throughout. Prepare with your family: ·Vichyssoise ·Boeuf Bourguignon ·Salade Niçoise ·Spinach in Bechamel ·Crème brûlée ·CrêpesWith this interactive cookbook and cultural guide, your child's imagination and creativity will be sparked, as will your deeper connection with them.Also available in this series: Let’s Cook Spanish and Let’s Cook Italian.Selon Jacques Pepin, « la place d’un enfant dans la cuisine doit se faire dès sa naissance ». Écrit par sa fille Claudine Pepin et précédemment publié sous le titre Les enfants cuisinent à la française, Cuisinons français est un livre de recettes familiales amusant, interactif et bilingue et une introduction à l’art et au bonheur de la cuisine française – il comprend 30 recettes classiques, des anecdotes sur la culture française et des suggestions de menus pour vos prochaines soirées en famille. Avec un accent mis sur les ingrédients frais et des préparations pratiques, Cuisinons français offre une immersion complète dans la culture culinaire française. Chaque page de gauche rédigée en anglais est traduite en français sur celle de droite, les termes culinaires sont mentionnés dans les deux langues tout au long du livre, ce qui crée le format parfait pour un apprentissage bilingue. Sont mises à l’honneur des recettes françaises authentiques faciles à suivre pour les jeunes chefs, contenant des entrées, des plats, des accompagnements et des desserts. De savoureuses illustrations réalisées par le père de Claudine, le légendaire chef Jacques Pepin, et Shorey, sa fille, ajoutent du charme au fil des pages. Préparez en famille : ·Une Vichyssoise ·Un bœuf bourguignon ·Une salade niçoise ·Des épinards à la béchamel ·De la crème brûlée ·Des crêpesCe livre de recettes et guide culturel ludique éveillera l’imagination et la créativité de vos enfants et vous rapprochera encore plus d’eux. Également disponible dans cette série : Cuisinons espagnol et Cuisinons italien.
The French Chef Cookbook
Author: Julia Child
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0593537475
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
A beautiful new edition of the beloved cookbook capturing the spirit of Julia Child's debut TV show, which made her a star and is now featured as the centerpiece of Max's Julia. The French Chef Cookbook is a comprehensive (Aïoli to Velouté, Bouillabaisse to Ratatouille) collection of more than 300 classic French recipes. By 1963, Julia Child had already achieved widespread recognition as the bestselling author of Mastering the Art of French Cooking, but it wasn’t until her television debut with The French Chef that she became the superstar we know and love today. Over the course of ten seasons, millions of Americans learned not only how to cook, but how to embrace food. The series completely changing the way that we eat today, and it earned Julia a Peabody Award in 1965 and an Emmy Award in 1966. From that success came The French Chef Cookbook, Julia’s first solo cookbook, written with all the wit, wisdom, and joie de vivre for which she is rightly remembered. Organized by episode—”Dinner in a Pot,” “Caramel Desserts,” “Beef Gets Stewed Two Ways”—the book, like the television show on which it is based, is a complete French culinary education, packed with more than 300 delectable recipes—including timeless classics like Cassoulet, Vichyssoise, Coq au Vin, Croissants, and Chocolate Mousse. The definitive companion to Julia's groundbreaking television series, The French Chef Cookbook is now available in a beautiful new edition, sixty years after Julia first took to the airwaves.
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0593537475
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
A beautiful new edition of the beloved cookbook capturing the spirit of Julia Child's debut TV show, which made her a star and is now featured as the centerpiece of Max's Julia. The French Chef Cookbook is a comprehensive (Aïoli to Velouté, Bouillabaisse to Ratatouille) collection of more than 300 classic French recipes. By 1963, Julia Child had already achieved widespread recognition as the bestselling author of Mastering the Art of French Cooking, but it wasn’t until her television debut with The French Chef that she became the superstar we know and love today. Over the course of ten seasons, millions of Americans learned not only how to cook, but how to embrace food. The series completely changing the way that we eat today, and it earned Julia a Peabody Award in 1965 and an Emmy Award in 1966. From that success came The French Chef Cookbook, Julia’s first solo cookbook, written with all the wit, wisdom, and joie de vivre for which she is rightly remembered. Organized by episode—”Dinner in a Pot,” “Caramel Desserts,” “Beef Gets Stewed Two Ways”—the book, like the television show on which it is based, is a complete French culinary education, packed with more than 300 delectable recipes—including timeless classics like Cassoulet, Vichyssoise, Coq au Vin, Croissants, and Chocolate Mousse. The definitive companion to Julia's groundbreaking television series, The French Chef Cookbook is now available in a beautiful new edition, sixty years after Julia first took to the airwaves.
Let's Eat France!
Author: François-Régis Gaudry
Publisher: Artisan Books
ISBN: 1579658768
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 433
Book Description
There’s never been a book about food like Let’s Eat France! A book that feels literally larger than life, it is a feast for food lovers and Francophiles, combining the completist virtues of an encyclopedia and the obsessive visual pleasures of infographics with an enthusiast’s unbridled joy. Here are classic recipes, including how to make a pot-au-feu, eight essential composed salads, pâté en croûte, blanquette de veau, choucroute, and the best ratatouille. Profiles of French food icons like Colette and Curnonsky, Brillat-Savarin and Bocuse, the Troigros dynasty and Victor Hugo. A region-by-region index of each area’s famed cheeses, charcuterie, and recipes. Poster-size guides to the breads of France, the wines of France, the oysters of France—even the frites of France. You’ll meet endive, the belle of the north; discover the croissant timeline; understand the art of tartare; find a chart of wine bottle sizes, from the tiny split to the Nebuchadnezzar (the equivalent of 20 standard bottles); and follow the family tree of French sauces. Adding to the overall delight of the book is the random arrangement of its content (a tutorial on mayonnaise is next to a list of places where Balzac ate), making each page a found treasure. It’s a book you’ll open anywhere—and never want to close.
Publisher: Artisan Books
ISBN: 1579658768
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 433
Book Description
There’s never been a book about food like Let’s Eat France! A book that feels literally larger than life, it is a feast for food lovers and Francophiles, combining the completist virtues of an encyclopedia and the obsessive visual pleasures of infographics with an enthusiast’s unbridled joy. Here are classic recipes, including how to make a pot-au-feu, eight essential composed salads, pâté en croûte, blanquette de veau, choucroute, and the best ratatouille. Profiles of French food icons like Colette and Curnonsky, Brillat-Savarin and Bocuse, the Troigros dynasty and Victor Hugo. A region-by-region index of each area’s famed cheeses, charcuterie, and recipes. Poster-size guides to the breads of France, the wines of France, the oysters of France—even the frites of France. You’ll meet endive, the belle of the north; discover the croissant timeline; understand the art of tartare; find a chart of wine bottle sizes, from the tiny split to the Nebuchadnezzar (the equivalent of 20 standard bottles); and follow the family tree of French sauces. Adding to the overall delight of the book is the random arrangement of its content (a tutorial on mayonnaise is next to a list of places where Balzac ate), making each page a found treasure. It’s a book you’ll open anywhere—and never want to close.
Let's Cook with Nora
Author: Nora Daza
Publisher: Anvil Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 9712735907
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 528
Book Description
"Let’s Cook with Nora provides documentation of Philippine cooking for 1965 when it made its appearance. In its new, 21st-century, classic version—lovingly restyled by her daughter Nina Daza Puyat—Nora Daza’s legacy is ready for today’s cooks, brides to be, and food lovers." -Felice Prudente Sta. Maria (Food historian and author of The Governor-General’s Kitchen)
Publisher: Anvil Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 9712735907
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 528
Book Description
"Let’s Cook with Nora provides documentation of Philippine cooking for 1965 when it made its appearance. In its new, 21st-century, classic version—lovingly restyled by her daughter Nina Daza Puyat—Nora Daza’s legacy is ready for today’s cooks, brides to be, and food lovers." -Felice Prudente Sta. Maria (Food historian and author of The Governor-General’s Kitchen)
The French Laundry Cookbook
Author: Thomas Keller
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579657567
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
DIVIACP Award Winner 2019 marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the acclaimed French Laundry restaurant in the Napa Valley—“the most exciting place to eat in the United States” (The New York Times). The most transformative cookbook of the century celebrates this milestone by showcasing the genius of chef/proprietor Thomas Keller himself. Keller is a wizard, a purist, a man obsessed with getting it right. And this, his first cookbook, is every bit as satisfying as a French Laundry meal itself: a series of small, impeccable, highly refined, intensely focused courses. Most dazzling is how simple Keller's methods are: squeegeeing the moisture from the skin on fish so it sautées beautifully; poaching eggs in a deep pot of water for perfect shape; the initial steeping in the shell that makes cooking raw lobster out of the shell a cinch; using vinegar as a flavor enhancer; the repeated washing of bones for stock for the cleanest, clearest tastes. From innovative soup techniques, to the proper way to cook green vegetables, to secrets of great fish cookery, to the creation of breathtaking desserts; from beurre monté to foie gras au torchon, to a wild and thoroughly unexpected take on coffee and doughnuts, The French Laundry Cookbook captures, through recipes, essays, profiles, and extraordinary photography, one of America's great restaurants, its great chef, and the food that makes both unique. One hundred and fifty superlative recipes are exact recipes from the French Laundry kitchen—no shortcuts have been taken, no critical steps ignored, all have been thoroughly tested in home kitchens. If you can't get to the French Laundry, you can now re-create at home the very experience Wine Spectator described as “as close to dining perfection as it gets.”
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579657567
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
DIVIACP Award Winner 2019 marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the acclaimed French Laundry restaurant in the Napa Valley—“the most exciting place to eat in the United States” (The New York Times). The most transformative cookbook of the century celebrates this milestone by showcasing the genius of chef/proprietor Thomas Keller himself. Keller is a wizard, a purist, a man obsessed with getting it right. And this, his first cookbook, is every bit as satisfying as a French Laundry meal itself: a series of small, impeccable, highly refined, intensely focused courses. Most dazzling is how simple Keller's methods are: squeegeeing the moisture from the skin on fish so it sautées beautifully; poaching eggs in a deep pot of water for perfect shape; the initial steeping in the shell that makes cooking raw lobster out of the shell a cinch; using vinegar as a flavor enhancer; the repeated washing of bones for stock for the cleanest, clearest tastes. From innovative soup techniques, to the proper way to cook green vegetables, to secrets of great fish cookery, to the creation of breathtaking desserts; from beurre monté to foie gras au torchon, to a wild and thoroughly unexpected take on coffee and doughnuts, The French Laundry Cookbook captures, through recipes, essays, profiles, and extraordinary photography, one of America's great restaurants, its great chef, and the food that makes both unique. One hundred and fifty superlative recipes are exact recipes from the French Laundry kitchen—no shortcuts have been taken, no critical steps ignored, all have been thoroughly tested in home kitchens. If you can't get to the French Laundry, you can now re-create at home the very experience Wine Spectator described as “as close to dining perfection as it gets.”