num_pages: 200
description: In this sumptuous book Sophie Dudemaineone of the bestselling cookbook authors in Francehas selected and simplified 100 recipes from Alain Ducasses encyclopedic Grand Livre de Cuisine . While retaining the spirit of Ducasses recipes Dudemaine has made the world-renowned chefs cuisine accessible to every home cook. In addition Linda Dannenberg the author of more than 20 books on French cooking and culture (as well as Stewart Tabori and Changs Perfect Vinaigrettes ) has tested and adapted the recipes for an American audience. The book includes a wide range of starters such as pumpkin velout soup and scallop salad; entres such as salmon with morels scampi carpaccio spicy lamb loin and duck  lorange; side dishes such as pesto pasta and risotto with zucchini and parmesan; and desserts such as apricot tarts macaroons with mascarpone and caramel ice cream among many other delights. Recipes range from classic French dishes (foie gras chicken fricasse and crpes Suzette) to international favorites (lobster Newburg and veal saltimbocca). Whether preparing meals for family friends or entertaining home cooks of every ability will enjoy creating their own cuisine  la Ducasse.
language: English
title: Ducasse Made Simple by Sophie: 100 Recipes from the Master Chef Simplified for the Home Cook
publisher: Editions Alain Ducasse