June/ July 1998

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PICK THE COOKING METHOD TO SUIT THE CHICKEN SALAD by Joanne Weir Roasting, poaching, or grilling bring its own special character to three scrumptious chicken salads		30
A PROVENCAL SUMMER MENU by Alice Waters Vegetables, lamb, garlic and basil team up in a dish that takes a cue from the garden		35
HOW TO COOK A ROAST ON THE GRILL by Molly Stevens Grill-roasted beef, pork and lamb are juicy, tender, and kissed with smoke		40
CLASSIC FRENCH-STYLE POTATO SALAD by Jean-Louis Gerin Douse warm potatoes, first with white wine and then with olive oil, for results that are tangy to the core		44
COOKING IN AN OUTDOOR KITCHEN by Amy Albert More than just barbecue areas, these kitchen are designed for full-tilt cooking in the fresh air		46
THE FRUIT OF SUMMER SHINES IN FOOLS by Abigail Johnson Dodge Fold a fruit puree into shipped cream for a carefree summer dessert		50
HOW TO CHOOSE A GREAT GRILL by Sarah Jay Look for three key features-high heat, large cooking area, and rock-solid construction		54
COOL NOODLES SALADS FOR SUMMER NIGHTS by Mai Pham Rice noodles, greens, and herbs make a cool bed for sizzling stir-fried toppings of shrimp, pork, or vegetables		58
MASTER CLASS: LOBSTER NAPOLEON by Charlie Trotter Prepare the simple elements ahead and then build a dazzling appetizer just like a restaurant pro		64
LIFE AT THE SPEED OF BREAD by Amy Albert Meet a family of artisan bakers who shape their lives around handcrafting rustic bread		69
JUICY, JUST-PICKED STRAWBERRIES STAR IN EARLY SUMMER DESSERTS by Stephen Durfee Take advantage of strawberry season with four stunning summer desserts from the French Laundry's pastry chef		74
Departments		Page
CONTRIBUTORS		6
LETTERS		8
AT THE MARKET Buttery-sweet summer squash for fresh summer meals		14
TASTED & TESTED		16
ENJOYING WINE Learn to drink wine with all your senses		20
TECHNIQUE CLASS Using gelatin to give desserts body and shape		24
TIPS		26
BASICS Pitting olive; oiling a grill		80
FLAVORINGS Enjoying sesame's earthy, nutty appeal		82
FOOD SCIENCE Controlling browning fro better-looking, better-tasting food		88
SOURCES		90
ADVERTISER INDEX		91
REVIEWS A cookbook to boost your confidence with a fix for every problem		92
RECIPE & TECHNIQUE INDEX		97
NUTRITION INFORMATION		97
QUICK & DELICIOUS A bowl of spicy shellfish in minutes		98
ARTISAN FOODS Creamy, dreamy handmade doughnuts		100

Pick the Cooking Method to Suit the Chicken Salad, A Provenal Summer Menu, How to Cook a Roast on the Grill, Classic French-Style Potato Salad, The Fruit of Summer Shines in Fools, How to Choose a Great Grill