Escoffier, George Auguste

Great chef of the early twentieth century and the father of modern cookery. He organized his kitchens by the brigade system, with each section run by a chef.

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Fresh okra on a plate with salt, ready to be cooked, with a pot of boiling water and a colander in the background.

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Caramelised apple compote

25 min • Easy • 2 to 4 servings

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5 min • Easy • 1 serving

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