ELISABETH BRONFEN is a professor of American studies at the University of Zurich in Switzerland, and Global Distinguished Professor at New York University. She is the author of many books, including Specters of War: Hollywood’s Engagement with Military Conflict (Rutgers University Press).

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Even the most brilliant minds have to eat. And for some scholars, food preparation is more than just a chore; it's a passion. In this unique culinary memoir and cookbook, renowned cultural critic Elisabeth Bronfen tells of her lifelong love affair with cooking and demonstrates what she has learned about creating delicious home meals.

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In this unique culinary memoir and cookbook, renowned cultural critic Elisabeth Bronfen tells of her lifelong love affair with cooking and reveals what she has learned about creating delicious home meals. As she shares her personal stories, and over 250 recipes, she also offers practical advice about tweaking recipes, reusing leftovers, and cooking for one.

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CONTENTS
Introduction
1 Cold Dishes: Raw or chilled
2 The Pan: Dishes made quickly
3 All stocked up
4 The Pot: Flavors slowly develop
5 The Oven: Enveloped by dry heat
6 Delicious Disasters: What can be salvaged in the kitchen
7 Cooking for oneself
Acknowledgements
Bibliography
Index