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Barefoot Contessa at Home - Everday Recipes You'll Make Over and Over Again
by Ina Garten
Clarkson Potter/Publishers
ISBN 1-4000-5434-6
Published October 2006 - Hardcover - 256 pages - $35.00

Admittedly, I haven't read any other of the "Contessa's" four books, and neither have I seen her TV show (I don't have cable), but a friend of mine raves about her so I decided to see for myself.  A great way for me to learn about Ina Garten's cooking is with this book.  It features her favorite meals she loves to make at home for family and friends.  It's the personal touch and loving care that comes through on these pages.  Categories featured are: Soup and Sandwich; Salads; Dinner; Vegetables; Dessert, and Breakfast.  Recipes include: California Blt's (yum); Tomato Mozzarella & Pesto Panini (oh, yum); Guacamole Salads (oh, goodness!); Loin of Pork with Fennel (mmm, mmm), and Lemon Yogurt Cake (heaven).  Mouthwatering and so very tempting - a sign of a great cookbook.  Beautifully illustrated throughout, with snatches of Ms. Garten's private home.  Visit Ina Garten at her website at www.barefootcontessa.com.
Conclusion - Stunningly beautiful.  You'll love this book.