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• David, Elizabeth

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A beautiful, lavishly illustrated new collection of the most inspiring, everyday recipes from Elizabeth David--the culinary genius who revolutionized British cooking, introducing a dreary post-war nation to the sun-drenched tastes and delights of the Mediterranean.

In the dreary years after World War II, one woman changed the tastes of a nation forever. Thanks to Elizabeth David, everyday British cooks were introduced to the flavors of the sunny Mediterranean--olive oil and pasta, artichokes and fresh herbs--foods that have become the staples of our diets today. While her recipes brought color and life into kitchens everywhere, her books contained only plain text recipes unadorned by any photographs--until now.

This beautiful new cookbook celebrates this legendary cook’s culinary mastery, bringing together her most inspiring, everyday recipes and showing them off in gorgeous four-color photos for the first time. Published to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Elizabeth David’s first book, At Elizabeth David’s Table includes recipes for tasty soups and starters, meat, fish and desserts. Here, too, are advice and tips for successful bread making and creating more elaborate dishes. Interspersed throughout are some of David’s short essays--from how to cook “fast and fresh” using pantry ingredients, to evocative portraits of French and Italian markets, dishes she discovered on her travels, and information on food of the past.

Thousands of people have taught themselves to cook well and eat well because of Elizabeth David. With this delightful collection, generations to follow can discover the pleasure of the table with her easy, quick, and delicious recipes.