Very Basic Cookbook or Making Sushi

Very Basic Cookbook

Author: Vicki Liley

For those who can't crack an egg, this primer will prove an indispensable kitchen companion. With specific step-by-step instructions on the most basic culinary tasks, from purchasing equipment and keeping a well-stocked pantry to cutting avocados and crushing fresh garlic cloves, this book provides a clear and complete introduction to the fundamentals of food preparation. Each delicious recipe includes tips for selecting ingredients and thoroughly explains cooking procedures so that no dish seems too difficult to produce. After learning essential techniques, you'll be able to whip up chocolate mousse and create ratatouille; you'll also discover that cooking from scratch can be a simple and satisfying adventure.

Author Biography: Vicki Liley has worked for leading food magazines and is the author of a number of cookbooks that have been published worldwide.

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Making Sushi (Quamut)

Author: Quamut

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Enjoy fresh sushi without reservations.

Going out for sushi can be a treat, but this popular Japanese cuisine is also fun and easy to prepare at home. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and whip up delectable sushi and sashimi like a seasoned pro with this guide to:

• The tools and ingredients to have on hand

• The types of sushi knives to buy and how to use them

• The most popular sushi recipes and how to make them