{"product_id":"the-essential-cooks-kitchen-isbn-9781911127666","title":"The Essential Cook's Kitchen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom artisan baking recipes to mouthwatering pickles and preserves, The Essential Cook’s Kitchen teaches you everything you need to master the art of traditional home cooking.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull of \u003cb\u003emouthwatering recipes\u003c\/b\u003e for tasty, heartwarming fare, this comprehensive guide covers all aspects of the country cook’s kitchen, from the simple pleasures of \u003cb\u003ebaking bread and cakes,\u003c\/b\u003e to\u003cb\u003e curing, dairymaking, bottling, potting and preserving.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs more people look to relearn the culinary skills that their grandmothers would have known by heart, food writer Alison Walker brings these\u003cb\u003e time-honored techniques\u003c\/b\u003e into the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich with detail, each section guides you through an essential skill of the country kitchen, teaching you about the ingredients, techniques and equipment as well as the recipes needed to make these\u003cb\u003e tantalizing home-produced delicacies.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom classics like the\u003cb\u003e Victoria sponge \u003c\/b\u003eand tempting treats like\u003cb\u003e raspberry ripple parfait \u003c\/b\u003eto\u003cb\u003e rich and hearty game pies\u003c\/b\u003e, learn how to craft delicious staples of the country kitchen from scratch. Along with these \u003cb\u003efully illustrated, easy-to-follow recipes\u003c\/b\u003e are invaluable tips on technique which will equip you with a wealth of knowledge, as well as handy hints to make sure your cooking turns out just right. Bolster your kitchen repertoire as you learn about:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBaking breads and cakes\u003c\/b\u003e -  Fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of sweet and savoury bakes, from cottage loaves and crumpets to spiced carrot cake, as well as delicious tarts and pies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSweets\u003c\/b\u003e - Whip up delectable sweets such as Cardamom fudge or dark chocolate truffles, or experiment with barley sugar and candied peels. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDairymaking \u003c\/b\u003e- Experience the delights of the dairy by learning how to churn your own butter and soft cheese, or make irresistible dishes like baked ricotta cheesecakes and nutmeg and bay leaf ice creams. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreserving\u003c\/b\u003e - Fill up your larder with a mouthwatering array of jams, jellies and chutneys. From lavender and lemon jelly to pear and pumpkin chutney, there is something to suit all tastes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottling and liqueurs \u003c\/b\u003e- Make the most of seasonal fruits by transforming them into fragrant cordials and liqueurs to cheer the winter table with out of season produce. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuring and potting - \u003c\/b\u003e Learn the lost arts of curing and smoking meat and fish, as well flavourful recipes for your handmade sausages and pates. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Essential Cook’s Kitchen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with recipes that stand the test of time and skills and techniques that will make your kitchen complete. With this book, you can while away the hours and days baking, bottling and preserving food and drink that is a pleasure to create and a joy to eat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacqui Small","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44897286258917,"sku":"NP9781911127666","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9eea2ccd-e347-48ee-8eef-ab0300679dcd.jpg?v=1767908676","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-essential-cooks-kitchen-isbn-9781911127666","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}