Sunday Times Cookbook of the Year and New York Times Bestseller. During her early days at Chez Panisse, Samin Nosrat noticed that amidst the chaos in the kitchen, there were four fundamental principles her colleagues always relied on to enhance their dishes: salt, fat, acid, and heat. By mastering these four variables, Samin gained the confidence to follow her instincts in the kitchen and create delicious meals with any ingredients. With her simple yet revolutionary method, she has taught masterclasses to equip both professionals and amateurs with the skills to cook instinctively. Whether you want to balance your vinaigrette, perfectly caramelize your roasted vegetables, or braise melt-in-your-mouth stews, Samin's collection of 100 essential recipes and their numerous variations will guide you.