The food editor for House & Garden shares her lifelong love affair with food in a collection of simple but delicious recipes with a seasonal touch, including such dishes as Short Ribs with Chocolate and Cinnamon, Fennel and Parmigiano-Reggiano Salad, and Roasted Peaches with Cardamon Sugar and Mascarpone Sauce. 12,500 first printing.
I pick this cookbook up to read when I'm nowhere near the kitchen. I love that it's organized by season and by menu: you see how a real master chef pairs flavors and dishes. The few recipes I've made are exquisite, and while some are too complex for my taste, there are some simple ones for everyday cooking. Also, best title ever.