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For many people, the word "entertaining" is synonymous with "stressing out," but Garten changed all that with her easy yet impressive recipes founded on simplicity, freshness, and good-quality ingredients. This proves true even when she tackles the more complex cuisine of France. InBarefoot in Paris, Garten makes even the most labor-intensive dishes—think boeuf bourguignon, crème brûlée, and cassoulet—accessible, and she shares foolproof recipe shortcuts and tips for beautiful French table settings.