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Book Synopsis: Part memoir, part cookbook, this classic of food literature is an immersion course in authentic, regional French home cooking from a world-renowned culinary authority.As a young woman, Madeleine Kamman developed her passion for food by working in the kitchens of France’s most respected regional cooks. She dedicates one chapter to each of these remarkable women, who nourished her appetite for the tradition, rigor, and deeply personal nature of cooking. Her exuberant memoir—originally published over 30 years ago—tells of collecting mussels at the shore, churning butter from the milk of village cows, gathering mushrooms in nearby woods, and then transforming them into glorious meals under the tutelage of her beloved mentors. Over 250 recipes for the simple dishes Kamman learned at their sides accompany her evocative reminiscences of a bygone era in rural France. Now in paperback, this classic is required reading for anyone who wants to know more about la cuisine française and the life, times, and tastes of a woman who helped to shape American cooking.

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Discover the secrets of authentic, regional French home cooking with "When French Women Cook: A Gastronomic Memoir with Over 250 Recipes." This timeless memoir and cookbook is a true immersion course in the art of French cuisine, written by none other than Madeleine Kamman, a culinary authority renowned worldwide. Dive into the pages and relish the vivid descriptions of Kamman's experiences in the kitchens of France's most respected regional cooks.

As you journey through each chapter, you'll be transported to a bygone era, where Kamman collected mussels at the shore, churned butter from the milk of village cows, and gathered mushrooms in the nearby woods. Imagine the joy of transforming these simple, fresh ingredients into glorious meals under the guidance and tutelage of Kamman's beloved mentors.

Not only will you find 250 tantalizing recipes in this gastronomic memoir, but you'll also gain insight into the tradition, rigor, and deeply personal nature of cooking in rural France. Experience the flavors, aromas, and stories that shaped American cooking through the eyes and taste buds of a culinary legend.

Don't miss out on this essential read that will transport you to the heart of la cuisine française. Order your copy of "When French Women Cook: A Gastronomic Memoir with Over 250 Recipes" here and embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

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