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    "description": "<b>An indispensable resource for home cooks from the woman who changed the way Americans think about food.&#160;</b><br />Perhaps more responsible than anyone for the revolution in the way we eat, cook,  and think about food, Alice Waters has &ldquo;single-handedly chang[ed] the American palate&rdquo;  according to the <i>New York Times</i>. Her simple but inventive dishes focus on a passion  for flavor and a reverence for locally produced, seasonal foods.<br />With an essential  repertoire of timeless, approachable recipes chosen to enhance and showcase great  ingredients, <i>The Art of Simple Food</i> is<i> </i>an indispensable resource for home cooks.  Here you will find Alice&rsquo;s philosophy on everything from stocking your kitchen, to  mastering fundamentals and preparing delicious, seasonal inspired meals all year  long. Always true to her philosophy that a perfect meal is one that&rsquo;s balanced in  texture, color, and flavor, Waters helps us embrace the seasons&rsquo; bounty and make  the best choices when selecting ingredients. Fill your market basket with pristine  produce, healthful grains, and responsibly raised meat, poultry, and seafood, then  embark on a voyage of culinary rediscovery that reminds us that the most gratifying  dish is often the least complex.",
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