Glenn Gary Gamboa's History of French Sauces and Stocks

FRENCH FOOD AND SAUCES IN HISTORY
When you think of French food you must think of sauces for it is the art of stock and sauce making that defines French food and Gallic chefs.  A carefully constructed French sauce is usually developed in several stages and requires attention at each stage to balance all of the components. Some French sauces function to contrast while others help to extend or amplify intrinsic flavors.  During the last few decades the American and French food scenes have experienced their most profound change since the agricultural revolution.

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