This classic British cookbook, newly updated and redesigned for 2010, contains a wealth of tempting traditional recipes. Choose from time-honoured family favourites such as Toad in the Hole or Rice Pudding, or discover local gems from around the country such as Stargazey Pie from Cornwall or Singin' Hinnies from Northumberland. As well as the conventional cooking method, instructions are given for each recipe to be cooked on an Aga. The book also explores the history behind some of the key dishes in British cooking, from 14th-century Macaroni Cheese to 19th-century Mulligatawny Soup, and the introductions to each chapter provide a fascinating account of our culinary tradititions and influences. Sarah Edington's research has uncovered long-forgotten but delicious tastes of history from the roots of British cooking. The book's recipes are arranged by: soups; fish dishes; meat dishes; vegetables and side dishes; hot puddings; cold puddings; breads, teabreads and scones; jams and preserves; drinks and confectionery.
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Review:
If you're into cooking, you're bound to have a shelf full of cookery books but you'll always have one or two that you return to again and again when you need failsafe recipes. The National Trust Complete Traditional Recipe Book is this kind of book. It contains no-nonsense, family-favourite recipes such as Toad in the Hole or Rice Pudding. In the author's capable hands, you'll learn the low down on many of y our favourite recipes and feel confident in producing heart-warming meals for your family and friends with a bit of background knowledge thrown in for good measure. Enjoy! --Julie Sheridan for Making magazine, Decembere 2010
About the Author:
General Editor Sarah Edington is the author of many books on food. She was a professional cook for many years, running her own catering business with the National Trust and the Victoria and Albert Museum among her customers. As well as writing about food she specializes in tours of historic kitchens.
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- PublisherNational Trust Books
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1905400969
- ISBN 13 9781905400966
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages424
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