Bruno'S Cookbook: Recipes & Traditions From A French Country Kitchen
Bruno CourreĢges, the protagonist of Martin Walkerās internationally acclaimed mystery series, is not only the local police chief of the idyllic French village of St. Denis, but he also happens to be an impassioned amateur chef. In this delightful cookbook, the culinary and cultural inspiration behind Brunoās fictional world comes to life. Featuring meals from the best-selling series, local recipes, charming anecdotes, and a history of the novelsā French setting, Brunoās Cookbook invites readers into the bucolic life of Martin Walker and his wife, Julia Watson, and showcases their passion for the PeĢrigord regionās rich cuisine.
Brimming with truffles and paĢteĢ, Brunoās Cookbook features more than 90 recipes, including:
Red Onion Tarte Tatin (Tarte Tatin aux oignons rouges)
Gratin of Mussels with Parsley and Garlic (Gratin de moules)
Duck Breast Fillets with Honey and Mustard (Aiguillettes de canard au miel et aĢ la moutarde)
Confit Potato Fries, Sarlat- Style (Pommes de terre aĢ la sarladaises)
Walnut Meringue Cake (GaĢteau meringueĢ aux noix)
Homemade Blackcurrant Liqueur (CreĢme de cassis)
Also included is a new Bruno short story, "The Question of Chabrol." A feast for the senses, Brunoās Cookbook is a gorgeously illustrated edition that transports readers to Franceās heartland.