Peopleare hungry for ways to simplify their cooking--without sacrificingquality or taste. Now you can satisfy that hunger withThe Minimalist Cooks at Home.Mark Bittman, author of theNew York Timescolumn "The Minimalist," brings one hundred of his innovative recipes(many never published before) right into your kitchen. ButThe Minimalist Cooks at Homeis so much more than recipes. It features Mark's personal quick-cookinglessons, shortcuts, and ideas for variations, substitutions, andspin-offs.Mark doesn't believe in arduous techniques, longlists of ingredients, and even longer hours in the kitchen. Instead,with a few choice ingredients and a few easy steps, dishes such asPaella, Fast and Easy; Ziti with Butter, Sage, and Parmesan; SpicyChicken with Lemon-grass and Lime; and 15-Minute Fruit Gratin can be onyour table in no time.And by encouraging versatility,The Minimalist Cooks at Homeallows cooks of all skill levels to create a tailored repertoire ofsophisticated dinners. This is modern cooking at its best--flexible,fast, and fabulous.