So many classics of French cuisine, such as Boeuf Bourguignon, Quiche Lorraine, and Coq au Vin, owe their presence in America¿s kitchens to one extraordinary chef: Julia Child. She awakened the American palate to this cuisine, and was devoted to making it accessible to home cooks. In 1963, her personality came to life with her public TV show, ¿The French Chef.¿ The show was a tremendous success and made Julia a household name and a culinary celebrity. This book presents all the classic French recipes premiered on ¿The French Chef.¿ Julia takes the reader through the essential techniques of this cuisine. Her notes on ingred. and equipment and her step-by-step directions place every dish within reach of home cooks. Drawings and photos.