Synopses & Reviews
Hearty boeuf Bourguignon served in deep bowls over a garlic-rubbed slice of baguette toast; decadently rich croque monsieur, eggy and oozing with cheese; gossamer crème brulee, its sweetness offset by a brittle burnt-sugar topping. Whether shared in a cozy French bistro or in your own home, the romance and enduring appeal of French country cooking is irrefutable. Here is the book that helps you bring that spirit, those evocative dishes, into your own home.
What Ina Garten is known for on her Food Network show and in her three previous bestselling books is adding a special twist to familiar dishes, while also streamlining the recipes so you spend less time in the kitchen but still emerge with perfection. And that's exactly what she offers in Barefoot in Paris. Ina's kir royale includes the unique addition of raspberry liqueur a refreshing alternative to the traditional crème de cassis. Her vichyssoise is brightened with the addition of zucchini, and her chocolate mousse is deeply flavored with the essence of orange. All of these dishes are true to their Parisian roots, but all offer something special and are thoroughly delicious, completely accessible, and the perfect fare for friends and family.
Barefoot in Paris is suffused with Ina's love of the city, of the bustling outdoor markets and alluring little shops, of the bakeries and fromageries and charcuteries of the wonderful celebration of food that you find on every street corner, in every neighborhood. So take a trip to Paris with the perfect guide the Barefoot Contessa herself in her most personal book yet.
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"Garten's engaging style and the book's attractive design, with striking color photographs throughout, should make this just as popular as the earlier Barefoot titles." Library Journal
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"Why bother buying this? Because each recipe is completely persuasive this is food you know you'll enjoy cooking and eating, brought to its simplest essence. Garten is popular because she knows what home cooks will stand still for and because she makes everything attractive." New York Times
Synopsis
Ina Garten, renowned for creating simple, sophisticated dishes, brings her special touch to the foods of France, from hearty main courses evocative of cozy bistros to delicate and delicious desserts that turn any meal into a special occasion. Made with the fresh, quality ingredients that are the hallmark of Ina's cooking, the recipes offer new twists on old favorites such as Steak au Poivre and Creme Brulee, along with a variety of dishes including Zucchini Vichyssoise and Chicken with Morels inspired by French culinary traditions but transformed by Garten's imagination and her sure touch in the kitchen. Barefoot in Paris is for anyone who wants to enjoy great-tasting meals without the tedious, fussy preparation often associated with French cooking. With beautiful full-color photographs, an introduction to French kitchen tools, and sources for specialty ingredients, it extends Garten's distinctive style into exciting new territory.
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About the Author
Ina Garten is the author of three previous bestselling cookbooks, including the New York Times bestseller, Barefoot Contessa Family Style. Her highly rated cooking series, Barefoot Contessa, airs on Food Network. She and her husband, Jeffrey, live in East Hampton, NY.