The Flexitarian Cook

Many people I know tend to think French cooking is difficult, and they are particularly intimidated by its sauces. I see no reason to shy away from them, as the basic technique for making sauce is essentially fool-proof: combine butter and flour, cook, add liquid, bring to a boil while whisking until it thickens, and [...]

Sam had just solved his millionth case in a month, or so it seemed, and he was itching for some serious R&R. That last encounter with the local chief of police had left him unnerved, and he wished he could take back some of the things he’d said and done under pressure. On second thought, [...]