Breakfast (Williams-Sonoma Collection N.Y.)
by Brigit Binns
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Author: Brigit BinnsEditor: Chuck Williams
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-05-06
ISBN: 0743243668
Number of pages: 120
Publisher: Free Press
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Book Review: THIS is what's for breakfast at my home!
Summary: 5 Stars
I love to cook breakfast for people. There is something intimate and family-like about sharing your morning with those that you love while serving them delicious comfort food made from scratch. The odd thing is, although I really enjoy breakfast food, I don't like to eat anything in the morning. Fortunately, this makes it easier for me to cook and serve everyone as I don't have to take the time to sit and eat the food that I make.
I have many Williams-Sonoma cookbooks and I enjoy and use them all. This one is no exception; it is well thought out, expertly designed, beautifully photographed, and professionally printed. One thing to keep in mind though: this is not the kind of breakfast that most people want to or should eat on a daily basis. Many of the recipes have plenty of calories, fat and salt. The Introduction even mentions that these recipes were designed with a weekend breakfast or a leisurely Sunday Brunch in mind. The book contains the following chapters and recipes:
* THE CLASSIC - Perfect Fried Eggs; Cheddar Cheese and Green Onion Omelet; French Toast; Eggs Benedict; Oatmeal with Dried Fruit and Brown Sugar; Buttermilk Waffles; Homemade Granola
* PANCAKES AND WAFFLES - Belgian Waffles with Whipped Cream and Strawberries; Pumpkin-Pecan Waffles with Maple-Cranberry Butter; Blueberry Pancakes; German Apple Pancake; Swedish Pancake; Ginger-Pear Pancakes
* EGGS - Souffleed Omelet with Fines Herbes; Asparagus and Gruyere Omelet; Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Avocado; Coddled Eggs with Chives and Cream; Soft-Boiled Eggs with Toast Strips; Chicken Sausage, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Zucchini Frittata, Huevos Rancheros, Shirred Eggs with Spinach and Crisp Bread Crumbs
* BREAKFAST SIDES - Home Fries with Red and Green Bell Peppers; Lacy Hash Browns; Red Flannel Hash; Polentina with Bananas and Maple Syrup; Roasted Tomatoes; Citrus, Strawberry, and Pomegranate Salad; Melon Salad with Yogurt-Honey Dressing
* MORNING BREADS - Cranberry-Sour Cream Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping; Cinnamon Rolls; Blueberry Muffins; Classic Baking-Powder Biscuits; Almond-Currant Scones; Banana-Raisin Bread; Brioche
* WEEKEND BRUNCH - Cherry-Cheese Blintzes; Wild Mushroom Quiche; Goat Cheese and Spanish Ham Souffle; Focaccia with Smoked Salmon and Creme Fraiche; Pepper Jack and Jalapeño Spoonbread; Broccoli Rabe, Pesto, and Smoked Mozzarella Strata; Prune and Armagnac Clafoutis
* BREAKFAST BASICS - Tips, tools and techniques are explained and recipes are given for several Breakfast Toppings and Spreads
I find these recipes to be expertly written and the directions to be flawlessly described. I have tried many of them and they all produced wonderful, delicious results. One thing to be clear about though: if you are looking for cutting edge, usual or gourmet fusion-type recipes, you won't find them here. This book contains some updated versions of mostly classic dishes that are sure to please most people regardless of how sophisticated their palate is, or isn't.
The photography, by Maren Caruso, is excellent. Both the lighting and the sets are simple and not overly contrived, yet the results are extremely appetizing. Ms. Caruso uses the ever-popular "very shallow depth of field" technique but executes it precisely and with great skill.
This book would be an appropriate wedding gift for a young couple. I would also use it as a creative hostess gift. However, if you are looking for a book to challenge the most ardent foodie, there are better titles. Williams-Sonoma Breakfast is an excellent little cookbook that I will be referring to frequently.
Summary of Breakfast (Williams-Sonoma Collection N.Y.)
Buttermilk waffles drizzled with melted butter and maple syrup, a warm omelet filled with melted cheese and seasonal vegetables, or a helping of perfectly crisp hash browns. These classic breakfast dishes are always delicious and provide plenty of energy for the day ahead.Williams-Sonoma Collection Breakfast offers more than 40 recipes, ranging from old favorites to fresh new ideas. Whether you are looking for a dish to prepare in advance and eat on a busy weekday, such as almond-currant scones or homemade granola, or a special treat to enjoy on a more leisurely weekend morning, such as blueberry pancakes or a savory frittata, this book has recipes to suit all tastes. And for special brunch gatherings, an entire chapter of original recipes -- including sweet cherry and cheese blintzes as well as a hearty wild mushroom quiche -- will help you plan an irresistible menu to share with family and friends.
Vivid, full-color photos make it simple to choose which dishes to prepare, and photographic side notes give insight into the many ingredients and techniques used throughout the book, making Breakfast much more than just a fine collection of recipes. In addition, an informative basics section and glossary provide you with all you need to know to prepare the first -- and most important -- meal of the day.
Eating a satisfying, well-balanced breakfast is undoubtedly the best way to begin any morning. Classic dishes such as omelets, buttermilk waffles, or old-fashioned oatmeal not only are delicious, but also give us the energy we need to make the most of the day.
Williams-Sonoma Collection Breakfast offers more than 40 easy-to-follow recipes, including enduring favorites and inspiring new ideas. In these pages, you will find simple breakfasts ideal for busy weekday mornings as well as more elaborate dishes perfect for brunch entertaining. This beautifully photographed recipe collection is sure to become an essential addition to your kitchen bookshelf.
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