It's official. Alice Waters released The Art of Simple Food II today. Among other tidbits, the book discusses the importance of a plant's life cycle, and how it parallels with taste and cooking. Also of note? Recipes. Lots of them.

In addition to providing another air-tight argument for eating locally and eating right, Waters offers recipes for Rocket Salad with Babcock Peaches and Basil, Moroccan Asparagus and Spring Vegetable Ragout, and Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic. The Berkeley philosopher also gives choice tips on how to grow your own fruits and vegetables.

Order it here. Oh, and here's the cover: