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Book Synopsis: Americans are on a roll in the kitchen—we’ve never been better or smarter about cooking. But how does a beginning cook become good, a good cook great? Modeled on Strunk and White’s The Elements of Style, The Elements of Cooking is an opinionated volume by Michael Ruhlman—the award-winning and bestselling author of The Making of a Chef and coauthor of The French Laundry Cookbook—that pares the essentials of good cooking into a slim, easy-to-take-anywhere book. It will also stand alongside a handful of classics of the kitchen, just as Strunk and White’s book sits on the desk of every writer and every English student.
Not only does this book deconstruct the essential knowledge of the kitchen, it also takes what every professional chef knows instinctively after years of training and experience and offers it up cleanly and brilliantly to the home cook. With hundreds of entries from acid to zester, here is all the information—no more and no less—you need to cook, as well as countless tips (including only one recipe in the entire book, for the “magic elixir of the kitchen”) and no-nonsense advice on how to be a great cook.
You’ll learn to cook everything, as the entries cover all the key moves you need to make in the kitchen and teach you, for example, not only what goes into a great sauce but how to think about it to make it great. Eight short, beautifully written essays outline what it takes not merely to cook but to cook well: understanding heat, using the right tools (there are only five of them), cooking with eggs, making stock, making sauce, salting food, what a cook should read, and exploring the elusive, most important skill to have in the kitchen, finesse.
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Americans are embracing their culinary skills like never before, striving to become better cooks and continuously seeking ways to up their game in the kitchen. If you're looking to master the art of cooking and go from a beginner to a pro, look no further than The Elements of Cooking: Translating the Chef's Craft for Every Kitchen. This remarkable book, inspired by Strunk and White's The Elements of Style, is written by the talented and acclaimed author Michael Ruhlman.
Ruhlman's expertise shines through in this concise and portable volume, which distills the essential knowledge of the kitchen into a must-have resource. It's destined to become a timeless classic, just like Strunk and White's masterpiece holds a revered position on every writer and English student's desk. The Elements of Cooking not only shares the secrets of professional chefs with home cooks, but also presents this invaluable information in a clean and brilliant manner.
From acid to zester, this book covers all the essentials, leaving no room for confusion or overwhelm. Whether you're seeking to perfect your sauce-making skills or elevate your cooking with finesse, this comprehensive guide has got you covered. Alongside its extensive entries, The Elements of Cooking provides countless tips and practical advice, ensuring you have everything you need to become a great cook.
What sets this book apart is its captivating essays, skillfully written to offer insights and instill a deep understanding of the culinary world. Delve into the importance of heat management, uncover the five essential tools every cook must possess, learn the art of working with eggs, master the art of making stock, and understand the secrets behind creating mouthwatering sauces. Additionally, you'll discover the significance of seasoning your food to perfection, gain recommendations on essential reading materials, and even explore the elusive, but crucial, skill of finesse.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to enhance your cooking skills and unleash your inner chef. Experience the transformation from an aspiring cook to a confident culinary artist by embracing the wisdom and expertise encapsulated in The Elements of Cooking. Start your journey towards culinary greatness today!
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