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canyon ranch cooking bringing the spa home
the two canyon ranch spas are rated no. 1 and no. 2 they alternate positions over and over by readers of the conde nast traveler . part of the allure are their stunning locations in the hills of tucson arisona and in the berkshire mountains in massachusetts but one of the best parts of a visit to canyon ranch is the food . p jeanne jones developed and supervised the canyon ranch menu and in canyon ranch cooking she offers everyone a chance to eat the spas low cal low fat delicious food . the recipes all have detailed nutritional breakdowns to help you plan a healthy meal with a lot of variety . perhaps best of all are the tips and techniques to help enhance flavor without adding calories . why does spa food taste so good when nearly all the fat has been removed jones reveals all the secrets such as adding citrus or vinegar to lift flat flavors ; grilling over aromatic wood ; marinating meat and vegetables ; cooking at low temperatures for long periods to marry flavors ; roasting rapidly for crispy crusts and tender interiors ; using dried fruit for rich and creamy fat free sauces ; and much much more . try the canyon ranch guacamole osso bucco and cheese enchiladas ; enjoy chocolate mint cake and cherry streusel pie . this is not a cuisine of deprivation the food is wonderful and the recipes for making it easy and sensible . p this book cant give you a workout or a hike but it does tell you how to plan your own spa weekend at home with suggestions for exercise relaxation even theme parties for special saturday night dining . the wonderful recipes and the luscious photographs are here to delight and inspire . with canyon ranch cooking the spa comes to you .
complemented by cooking tips and techniques designed to reduce fat while enhancing flavor a cookbook by a nutrition expert and culinary artist presents a wide range of recipes representing the best in spa cuisine from classics to ethnic dishes