By David Lebovitz
238 Pages
Hardcover
2003, Harper Collins
ISBN: 0-06-621246-4
$34.95
Review by Cheri Sicard
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Here is a book that should be in every dessert aficionado's library. These 100 recipes are bursting with fabulous natural flavor.

The author is certainly passionate about his subject, and this diverse collection proves it. Chapters include great dessert recipes using Apples, Pears, Quince and Rhubarb; Tropical Fruits; Citrus Fruits; Dried Fruits; Figs, Grapes, Melons and Pomegranates; Stone Fruits and Berries.

More than just recipes, Lebovitz also teaches how to choose the best fruits, how to store them and acquaints us with some exotic fruits that may be new to less adventurous cooks. His writing style is friendly and approachable, just like his recipes, making this book as fun to read as it is to cook with.

While this is by no means a health or low fat cookbook, the author does explain that because of the abundance of fresh flavor that fruit imparts, many of the recipes use less fats than their fruit-free counterparts. And let's face it, fruit is a healthy ingredient, so a fruit filled dessert is not a bad sweet option.

This is a book you'll find yourself referring to year-round. You'll be searching your local farmer's markets and grocery stores for the freshest ingredients to turn out grand culinary finales to your meals. Be prepared to receive lots of kudos from your dinner companions.

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