Cooking Techniques

It's no secret a lot of people are stressed out about making food. Not understanding how to navigate the kitchen, recipes, and ways to cook can make it more intimidating. But the problem is that we still have to eat, no matter how much we try to avoid it. Do you want to spend less time in the kitchen with better results?

A visionary new master class in cooking that distills decades of professional experience into just four simple elements, from the woman declared "America's next great cooking teacher" by Alice Waters.

Make Dinner-Time the Best Time. Get your copy of the best and most unique Dinner recipes from Chef Maggie Chow! Are you ready for a unique and tasty Dinner you look forward to eating? Then come take a journey with me into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all my cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Dinner. The Easy Dinner Cookbook is a complete set of simple but very unique Dinner recipes for all types of pastas, meats, and casseroles. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite...

The spectacular culinary creations of modern cuisine are the stuff of countless articles and social media feeds. But to a scientist they are also perfect pedagogical explorations into the basic scientific principles of cooking. In Science and Cooking, Harvard professors Michael Brenner, Pia Sörensen, and David Weitz bring the classroom to your kitchen to teach the physics and chemistry underlying every recipe.

If you want become a good chef, this is the right audiobook for you with more than 100 famous recipes. We all love to dine in our favorite restaurants. And over time, we also fall in love with their meals. We come back again and again to savor their irresistible taste. Of course, it's not cheap, but it's the price we pay for the things we want most. Also, if you can recreate a version of the script at home, why would you spend your hard earned money in a restaurant? Yes, making exact replicas of those signature recipes at home is convenient, cheap, and easier than you think.

As Serious Eats's culinary nerd-in-residence, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt has pondered all these questions and more. Kenji shows that often, conventional methods don't work that well, and home cooks can achieve far better results using new - but simple - techniques. In hundreds of easy-to-make recipes, you will find out how to make foolproof Hollandaise sauce in just two minutes, how to transform one simple tomato sauce into a half dozen dishes, how to make the crispiest, creamiest potato casserole ever conceived, and much more.

Two Books in One: Everything You Need to Master Sourdough Baking! What if you could bake the most delicious sourdough bread, pizza, and pastries—all from scratch? With this amazing bundle, you’ll get two books in one, giving you everything you need to become a sourdough expert, whether a total beginner or an experienced baker. What’s Included in This Bundle? Sourdough Starter for Beginners Learn how to create and care for your sourdough starter. Step-by-step guidance to make perfect bread, pizza, pancakes, and more. Troubleshooting tips to handle common issues and ensure success every...

Southern food is integral to the American culinary tradition, yet the question of who "owns" it is one of the most provocative touch points in our ongoing struggles over race. In this unique memoir, culinary historian Michael W. Twitty takes listeners to the white-hot center of this fight, tracing the roots of his own family and the charged politics surrounding the origins of soul food, barbecue, and all Southern cuisine. From the tobacco and rice farms of colonial times to plantation kitchens and backbreaking cotton fields, Twitty tells his family story.

Are you ready to transform your diet, save time, and revitalize your health with the ultimate guide to meal prepping? "Mastering the Meal Prep Game" is your all-in-one solution for navigating the bustling maze of dietary choices, busy schedules, and the ever-teasing temptation to resort to unhealthy eating habits. Unlock the secrets to a seamlessly structured routine that fits your fast-paced lifestyle with our journey through meal planning. Begin by embracing the philosophy and bountiful benefits that will set you up for a lifetime of success. Delve into assessing your individual dietary ...

From cameraman to chef, musician to food scientist, Alton Brown has had a diverse and remarkable career. His work on the Food Network, including creating Good Eats and hosting Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen, has resonated with countless viewers and home cooks. Now, he shares exactly what’s on his mind, mixing compelling anecdotes from his personal and professional life with in-depth observations on the culinary world, film, personal style, defining meals of his lifetime, and much more.

Prepare to ignite your cooking practices as you embark on a gastronomic journey through time! Introducing "Cooking Through Time," your comprehensive guide to triggering a culinary evolution within your kitchen. This captivating eBook will lure you into the realm of primitive cooking techniques, blending ancient wisdom with our present understanding of food science! Discover the primal relationship between fire and cookery in Chapter 2, where your journey really ignites, delving deep into the mysteries of preparing fire for cooking and mastering techniques using direct fire. Your adventure ...

Laboratory precision meets culinary creativity in this comprehensive exploration of the science that transforms raw ingredients into the foods we love. This book bridges the gap between complex food science and everyday cooking, making the fundamentals of molecular gastronomy accessible to both home cooks and culinary professionals. Through clear, engaging prose, readers unravel the mysteries behind common cooking phenomena - from why meat browns to how emulsions hold together. Each section explores fundamental principles like the Maillard reaction, protein denaturation, and enzymatic ...

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of culinary arts with the eBook, "The Joyful Cook's Handbook." A lighthearted, delightful, and comprehensively informative guide, it nudges you to discover the magic that lies in your kitchen. This book is an enchanting journey from the rudiments of cooking to transforming it into an avenue of joy and creativity. The eBook initiates you into the effortless charm of simple cooking, elucidating essential basics, and underscores how your mindset plays a crucial role in rendering cooking a delightful experience instead of a routine chore. It further ...

In Cooked, Pollan discovers the enduring power of the four classical elements - fire, water, air, and earth - to transform the stuff of nature into delicious things to eat and drink. Apprenticing himself to a succession of culinary masters, Pollan learns how to grill with fire, cook with liquid, bake bread, and ferment everything from cheese to beer. Each section of Cooked tracks Pollan’s effort to master a single classic recipe using one of the four elements.

Welcome to the world of Sous Vide Cooking Techniques, an eBook that will change how you approach cooking at home and elevate your culinary skills to a whole new level. Dive into the magic of sous vide - a revolutionary technique that promises restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. This comprehensive guide is brimming with useful information that suits both beginners and advanced home cooks. Enjoy an easy-to-follow journey through modern sous vide cuisine - from mastering the science behind this amazing cooking method to exploring the pleasures of sous vide-infused ...

Discover the Ancient Technique of Stir Frying. Get your copy of the best and most unique Stir Fry recipes from BookSumo Press! Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Stir Fry. Stir Fry Recipes is a complete set of simple but very unique Stir Fry recipes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing. Besides recipes you will learn about the following: Historical Roots Stir Fry Cooking Nutritional ...

Discover the exciting world of molecular gastronomy in "The Molecular Kitchen" – a riveting exploration of the science behind culinary innovations! This comprehensive guide takes you on a culinary journey, revealing the fascinating history, techniques, and principles of modernist cuisine. In this groundbreaking eBook, you will delve into the intricate chemistry and physics behind every dish, exploring how understanding these scientific principles can elevate your cooking skills. This fascinating read covers the essentials, from avant-garde kitchen equipment to the art of flavor perception...

Welcome to the lush and vibrant world of raised bed and container gardening! Whether you're a city dweller with limited outdoor space, a suburbanite looking to maximize your backyard, or just someone who enjoys the convenience of portable plots, "The Ultimate Raised Bed & Container Gardening Guide For Beginners" is your key to unlocking the joy and benefits of homegrown produce and blooms.

When you're cooking, you're a chemist! Every time you follow or modify a recipe you are experimenting with acids and bases, emulsions and suspensions, gels and foams. In your kitchen you denature proteins, crystallize compounds, react enzymes with substrates, and nurture desired microbial life while suppressing harmful microbes. And unlike in a laboratory, you can eat your experiments to verify your hypotheses.

Are you ready to take on the great outdoors? The Art of Bushcraft is the ultimate guide to mastering survival skills in the wilderness. With 20 comprehensive chapters, this ebook will teach you everything you need to know about thriving in the great outdoors. Starting with an introduction to bushcraft skills, you'll quickly learn the basics of fire-starting techniques. From there, you'll progress to advanced fire-starting techniques and creative fuel options to build the perfect campfire. Safety is always a top priority, and chapter 5 will teach you how to build a campfire while staying ...