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Ina's included some of my favorite dishes:
Sweet potato fries -- I tried this both roasted and fried. Roasted is better.
Wild mushroom risotto -- I think of risotto as a side dish, but Ina places it as a main dinner dish which also works. Yummy!
Coq au vin -- I will always think of this as the purple chicken dish. Looks odd at first, but I promise it's very good. A braised dish.


I love the commentaries scattered between recipes. I even laughed at the one about NOT buying little pretty knick knacks and sticking with brands like Cuisinart and All Clad. I tend to stay away from Kitchen Aid and Martha Stewart supplies as well and prefer Cuisinart. All Clad has nice pots. I totally relate to her.]]>