Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Classical Cooking The Modern Way or Simply the Best All American

Classical Cooking The Modern Way: Methods and Techniques

Author: Philip Pauli

Europe's most authoritative culinary reference comes to the New World

A sound and comprehensive knowledge of cooking theory and technique is as essential to a great cook as a full complement of well-made kitchen tools. Based on the European culinary classic, Lehrbuch der Küche, Classical Cooking the Modern Way: Methods and Techniques provides a complete review of the most basic culinary principles and methods that recipes call for again and again. Whether used alone or with its companion volume, Classical Cooking the Modern Way: Recipes, this book is a cornerstone culinary reference that belongs in every kitchen. With everything needed to master the core repertoire of cooking methods, from grilling and broiling to braising, sautéing, and more, it explains in detail how to work with all of the main types of ingredientsincluding meat and poultry, fruits and vegetables, and pastas and grains. Contributions from 75 acclaimed European chefs offer a dynamic and informed perspective on classical cookinga fresh and contemporary look at the fundamentals with a dash of Continental flavor.



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Simply the Best All American: Our 250 Regional Favorites from Around the Country

Author: Weight Watchers

The premier name in dieting brings together the best recipes from across the country. From coast to coast, America's favorite pastime is eating. But many of our most beloved foods aren't always good for the waistline-or our health. Now, the most trusted name in weight control re-creates more than 250 of America's all-time favorite dishes in healthy, tasty new recipes that will appeal to even the most finicky eater. From Cherry Pie, Red Flannel Hash, and Lady Baltimore Cake to Seared Ahi Tuna with Mango Salsa, Steakhouse Fries, and Key Lime Sorbet, this bound-to-be-popular cookbook is packed with delicious, low-calorie recipes everyone can enjoy without guilt. It includes:

  • Great-tasting recipes that reflect our nation's growing interest in regional products, such as Washington State salmon and Maine blueberries
  • 32 full-color photographs
  • A combination of classic recipes such as Yankee Pot Roast and Jambalaya and new cuisine dishes such as Spicy Asian Broth and Peppered Buffalo Tenderloin Steaks with Merlot and Cherry Sauce
  • Easy cooking tips and fanciful American cooking lore
  • Recipes featuring Weight Watchers' phenomenal
  • 123 Success Weight Loss Plan POINTS values

With these irresistible recipes for time-tested favorites, sensible eating has never been so delicious!



Table of Contents:
1New England
Connecticut
Maine
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Vermont
2Mid-Atlantic
Delaware
Maryland
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania
3The Midwest
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
4The Plains
Kansas
Nebraska
North Dakota
Oklahoma
South Dakota
5The South
Arkansas
Kentucky
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee
Virginia
West Virginia
6The Gulf States
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
7The Southwest
Arizona
New Mexico
Texas
8The Mountain West
California
Colorado
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Utah
Wyoming
9The Pacific and Northwest
Alaska
Hawaii
Oregon
Washington

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