Gourmet meals without hours of work? From the famous French cooking school, these sophisticated, delicious dishes take a fraction of the time you'd expect. More than 100 recipes, all developed with the demands of a busy lifestyle in mind, will inspire you to prepare dishes you may have thought beyond your culinary range. Try individual cheese soufflés, salmon fillets with a sesame crust, chicken tagine, coq au vin, roasted Mediterranean vegetables, gratin dauphinois, chocolate vacherin, crepes suzette, and much more. In addition to tantalizing, easy-to-follow recipes, this wonderful cookbook features:

* Tempting full-color photographs

* Serving suggestions, chef's tips, and variations

* Clearly indicated preparation and cooking times

* "Quick and Easy" sections with additional simple ideas

* Menus for weekend entertaining

* Lists of staples to keep on hand in your cupboard, refrigerator, and freezer.

With Le Cordon Bleu's century of culinary excellence as your guide, you'll have all the ideas, inspiration, and know-how you need to prepare tasty, home-cooked meals for yourself, as well as for your family and friends.