Brilliant Food Tips and Cooking TricksI've only had this book a few days and already have referred to it many times. It is packed with tips for both the amateur and experienced cook - and those of us that fall somewhere in between. It provides information about obscure ingredients and unusual items and tells you how to choose and use most any fruit or vegetable. You can also turn to it for tips before making any sort of recipe. An invaluable kitchen reference!
365 Quick TipsWhat's the neatest way to pit an avocado? How do you grate mozzarella without mess? How best to release flavor from dried herbs? Cook's Illustrated magazine's 365 Quick Tips has definitive answers to these and many more kitchen quandaries. Containing top tips, shortcuts, and time-, money-, and sanity-saving advice from the magazine, the book is an immediately useful data trove. (Answers to the above, in order: lodge a knife in the avocado pit, twist and remove the seed; coat the grater with nonstick cooking spray before applying the cheese; place the herbs in a sieve over a small bowl and push them through with your fingers.) Cooks wanting to be faster, better, and cannier kitchen operators should find the book a true boon.
The New Food Lover's TiptionaryBoth experienced and novice cooks will love this A-to-Z guide packed with more than 6,000 tips, shortcuts and other culinary wisdom cookbooks never tell you. Find all the answers you'll ever need to a universe of cooking quandaries and questions on hundreds of subjects, including foods, beverages, kitchen equipment, cooking techniques, entertaining ideas and smart ways to use leftovers. Plus, there are loads of quick and easy reference charts, a handy system of cross-referencing and well over a hundred shorthand-style recipes.
The Essential Kitchen : Basic Tools, Recipes, and Tips for a Complete KitchenA must-have reference for those setting up their first kitchen, updating a kitchen, or just learning to cook, the Essential Kitchen provides expert guidance on topics such as the advantages of using copper, cast iron, or nonstick pots and pans; the purposes of different types of knives, and techniques for chopping herbs. As an added bonus, recipes from some of the world's best-known chefs are featured throughout. The plastic cover and wire binding make the format unique and practical for constant reference and guidance.
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