Singled out by food critics as one of America's top chefs, Charlie Palmer is renowned for his unfussy and unfailingly innovative cuisine. The recipes in Great American Food have been tailored, with the help of Judith Choate, to the needs, abilities, and resources of home cooks. Here are Palmer's great soups, classic pastas, and spectacular main dishes--and his glorious architecturally designed desserts. 75 full-color photos.