Marguerite Patten, doyenne of British cookery, shares her wealth of knowledge and her tried and tested recipes for cakes, large and small, biscuits, breads, pizzas and pastries. Baking is Marguerite's most natural culinary territory and she starts by explaining the equipment and the basic techniques, as well as what to do if things go wrong. She covers not only family favorites such as walnut cake, teacakes and buns but more modern popular cakes such as muffins. The book has been planned to introduce the pleasures of baking in such a way that even a beginner should achieve successful results under the expert guidance of Marguerite Patten.

The definitive guide to one of the world’s most popular dishes. Marguerite Patten draws on her years of experience to bring together recipes for one of the great comfort foods: soup. Hot soups are warming in cold weather and cold soups are refreshing in the heat. Soup can also be made from every kind of ingredient. This guide contains recipes for every occasion and soups from around the world—from vichyssoise and minestrone to hot and sour—and covers all the information you need to make soups of perfect flavor and consistency, including stocks which are the secret of many good soups.

Carol Bowen has been the devoted owner of an Aga kitchen range for almost twenty years and this handbook brings cooking on a range right up to date providing hundreds of thousands of Aga and Rayburn owners with a much needed collection of refreshingly new recipes. As the title of the book suggests however, Carol Bowen does not ignore the basics and this handy work of reference will serve not only those who have just purchased or inherited a kitchen range for the first time but also those who have owned one for years and are looking for fresh ideas. As an Aga is more than just a cooker this book contains all sorts of useful hints and tips for getting the most from your oven - everything from drying sports clothing to using your kettle for cleaning the hotplate lid. The recipes are all clearly marked with unique symbols to indicate instructions for 2-door, 4-door or Thermodial-control models and can be cooked in Agas, Rayburns and all similar types of ranges. No one who owns an Aga or other kitchen range should be without this essential guide.

The cookery queen of England selects her personal favorite recipes. Marguerite Patten is one of Britain’s best known and best loved cookery writers. Here she turns her attention to one of her real true passions: the classic cookery of the British Isles. From traditional breakfasts to high teas, from roasts to hearty soups, she has selected a collection of over 400 of her favorite recipes showing the enormous and exciting variety of British produce and cooking. She covers soups, fish dishes, meat, poultry, and game, vegetables, salads, and savory dishes as well as puddings, baking, and preserves.

Get cooking with this beginner’s reference that covers essential equipment, kitchen staples, illustrated techniques, and easy recipes. This is a handbook for the starter cook. Ingredients and techniques are listed alphabetically for quick and easy reference, and it provides the basic methods and techniques for dealing with vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, poultry, grains, legumes, breads, and pasta, with advice on how to clean, store, prepare, and cook each entry. Line drawings illustrate techniques such as dicing, slicing, coring fruit, and rubbing in fat, and where appropriate a very simple recipe—such as a basic broth or pie—is included, which allows the reader to develop the skills demonstrated. Entries also cover simple but easily forgotten information such as how to poach an egg and at what temperature to roast a chicken.

Original publication and copyright date: 2001.

If you're ready to cook delicious meals for yourself, family, or friends and want a beginner-friendly way to start, HowExpert Guide to Cooking: The Ultimate Handbook for Cooking Skills, Delicious Meals, and Classic Recipes is the perfect guide to support you every step of the way. Transform your kitchen into a place of comfort, creativity, and mouth-watering aromas — where even the simplest ingredients become extraordinary. This guide will help you grow your skills and master the art of cooking. With a blend of foundational skills, international flavors, and classic recipes, this book is designed for everyone, from beginners to aspiring chefs. In this book, you’ll learn: - Chapter 1: Introduction to Cooking - Basics of cooking, including ingredients, techniques, kitchen setup, and the science behind cooking. - Chapter 2: Kitchen Tools and Equipment - Essential kitchen tools, pots, pans, specialty equipment, and modern gadgets for efficient cooking. - Chapter 3: Ingredient Selection and Preparation - Choosing and preparing quality ingredients, while understanding flavor profiles and pairings. - Chapter 4: Cooking Techniques for Beginners - Foundational techniques like boiling, sautéing, roasting, and beginner recipes. - Chapter 5: Advanced Cooking Techniques - Braising, poaching, smoking, fermenting, and molecular gastronomy. - Chapter 6: Sauces, Stocks, and Seasonings - Classic and modern sauces, stocks, and custom seasoning blends. - Chapter 7: Baking and Pastry Techniques - Doughs, pastries, bread, cakes, desserts, and gluten-free options. - Chapter 8: International Cuisine - Explore African, Asian, Australian, European, Middle Eastern, North American, and South American dishes. - Chapter 9: Healthy Cooking and Nutrition - Cooking with less fat and sugar, incorporating superfoods, and balancing flavor with health. - Chapter 10: Plant-Based and Special Diets Cooking - Catering to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and keto diets. - Chapter 11: Cooking Meat, Poultry, and Seafood - Techniques for cooking meat, poultry, and seafood, while considering sustainability. - Chapter 12: Meal Planning and Preparation - Effective meal planning, batch cooking, and ingredient management for an organized kitchen. - Chapter 13: Cooking for Special Occasions - Dishes that impress for holiday feasts and themed dinners. - Chapter 14: Food Presentation and Plating - Simple but effective presentation and plating techniques. - Chapter 15: Troubleshooting in the Kitchen - Fix common cooking mistakes and turn potential disasters into delicious dishes. - Chapter 16: Storing and Preserving Food - Techniques for storing and preserving food to reduce waste. - Chapter 17: Cooking with Kids and Family - Engage the whole family with easy recipes and fun kitchen activities. - Chapter 18: Culinary Career and Cooking as a Passion - Turn your cooking passion into a career, from food blogging to becoming a chef. - Chapter 19: Classic and Top Recipes - Collection of classic recipes from around the world, including appetizers, breads, soups, main dishes, sides, sauces, and desserts. - Chapter 20: Conclusion - Keep exploring, experimenting, and sharing the joy of cooking while expanding your skills. - Chapter 21: Appendices - Additional resources, glossary, measurement conversion charts, and practice exercises. Whether you're eager to learn the basics, bring more classic meals to the table, or create dishes that leave a lasting impression, HowExpert Guide to Cooking is the only guide you'll need. This book isn’t just about recipes — it’s about the passion and joy of cooking as an art. Take the leap into the culinary world and experience the satisfaction of mastering classic recipes, exploring global cuisines, and building your skills for life. Grab your copy today and make your kitchen the heart of your home! HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z.

Britain’s top selling cookery writer shares tried and tested recipes for pressure cookers. Slow-cooked flavor in a fast-paced world—pressure cookers are one of the greenest cooking methods imaginable. Sales are on the increase and even Jamie Oliver has launched one of his own. They allow us to cook quickly, cheaply, and efficiently because the food is cooked in liquid at temperatures far higher than in a conventional pan, which shortens cooking time by up to 70 percent. Because the method seals in flavor, cheaper ingredients can be used to great effect and since the cooking time is far shorter you save time and gas or electricity. The pressure cooker presents a distinct advantage for certain foods and for ingredients that need long cooking, it is a real winner. The most dramatic time and energy savings come with meat and poultry. Braised beef can be perfectly cooked in 30 minutes, osso bucco in 25 minutes, and a chicken tagine in 15 minutes. Perfect for today’s cooks.

These 200 recipes are for today's busy mom that produce the highest quality of baked goods with the least amount of fuss. 90 illustrations.

No knead to worry about baking perfect bread. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Easy Artisan Bread, Yvonne Ruperti, master baker and test chef for Cook's Illustrated, offers readers the simplest way to learn the age old art of baking handmade breads and rolls made from scratch, using modern techniques that will have even novice bakers producing everything from dinners to peasant boules quickly and easily. ?Includes more than 50 recipes ?Easy-to-follow instructions ?Information on selecting and combining the perfect ingredients