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GOLDEN DOOR COOKS AT HOME Favorite Recipes from the Celebrated Spa by Dean Rucker with Marah Stets Photography by Quentin Bacon Clarkson Potter April 2009 $40.00/hardcover full-color photographs throughout ISBN-13: 978-0307450791 Sample recipe Buy this book Printer-friendly page

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This book proves once and for all that luxurious eating doesn't have to be unhealthy. From the world-renowned Southern California spa, now celebrating its 50th year, GOLDEN DOOR: Favorite Recipes from the Celebrated Spa brings the home cook a collection of sumptuous, satisfying, and nourishing recipes that are sure to please the palate of anyone who enjoys innovative, creative and bold cooking. Recipes highlight fresh ingredients with healthy preparations that leave you feeling invigorated. With a focus on lean proteins, whole grains, fresh vegetables, and other wholesome foods combined in delicious ways, Golden Door Cooks at Home shares Chef Dean Rucker's most sought-after recipes. With dishes like Roasted Poblano, Corn, and Potato Soup, Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes and Apple-Mint Salad, and Blackberry Nectarine Crisp (no need to skip dessert!) you'll get a fabulous taste of one of the world's most restorative and nurturing destinations.

Dean Rucker was named executive chef at the Golden Door in 2005. He was previously a sous chef at the spa. Before that worked at Waterfront and Aqua restaurants in San Francisco after attending the California Culinary Academy.