Vegetables

Vegetables
by James Peterson, Justin Schwartz

Vegetables
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Author: James Peterson, Justin Schwartz
Edition: Hardcover
Format: Bargain Price
Published: 1998-07
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 512

Book Reviews of Vegetables

Book Review: My family usually likes broccoli
Summary: 2 Stars

I tried the the basic steamed broccoli recipe because it had a new twist, so I thought I'd give it a try. I thought that a very easy dish would be a fair test for the book. It was way too salty, and not palatable. Sad, because my family likes that veg! Cooking is something I'm passionate about as I make dinner 5-6 time a week, and I'm not talking mac'n cheese.

The physical quality of the book is poor, the paper is the high acid type that will yellow and crumble quickly, and visually lacking. I feel sorry for the author because the few photos in the book look like something from a 70's Better Homes and Gardens, which my mom still has, which inspired me to cook beyond that stuff.

I'd suggest the CIA books instead, as the recipes are better tasting and have some cred.

Ruth Reichl's Gourmet cook book is a real winner, too, and never disappoints... good for the average kitchen.

Summary of Vegetables

The follow up to his award-winning Fish and Shellfish, James Peterson''s newest book, Vegetables, aims to be the most authoritative book on this topic available. '
James Peterson's Vegetables is an encyclopedic yet easy-to-read guide to preparing everything from artichokes and beet greens to plantains and watercress. It contains more than 300 enticing recipes, many which use just three or four ingredients.

This is a book about vegetables, but not a vegetarian cook book. To deliver appealingly intense flavors, Peterson uses chicken broth, anchovies, prosciutto, or bacon. He also does not skimp on cream or butter when he feels it is right for a dish.

Peterson starts with information on buying, storing, and using 64 vegetables. Photos illustrate how to trim fennel, clean and julienne leeks and perform other commonly used techniques. He also provides helpful information along with the recipes, like suggesting that you buy roasted, not raw cashews because they are less likely to be rancid. The recipes range from Mediterranean-style Creamy Zucchini Gratin to Mexican Avocado and Chile "Gazpacho," and Japanese Cucumber Salad, as well as expected classics like mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, and creamed spinach. When you need a gift, think of this book. --Dana Jacobi

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