The essence of Italian cooking is its reliance on superb ingredients and on simple cooking methods, both of which are the basis of An Invitation to Italian Cooking. Each recipe is overlaid with the personal touches that make Antonio Carluccio's cookbooks so popular and instructive—his memories of growing up in the Italian countryside, and of traveling his native land, cooking and learning about authentic local dishes and ingredients. From Risotto con Porcini, a famed specialty of Piedmont, to the Roman favorite, Carciofi alla Giudea (Jewish Artichokes), and Cannoli alla Siciliana—Antonio demonstrates his mastery of the complete Italian eating experience.

A beautiful fiftieth-anniversary edition of the essential Indian cookbook—"the final word on the subject" (The New York Times)—featuring a new introduction by the author and a new foreword by Yotam Ottolenghi An instant classic upon publication, this book teaches home cooks perfect renditions of dishes such as Mulligatawny Soup, Whole Wheat Samosas, and Chicken Biryani, alongside Green Beans with Mustard, Khitcherie Unda (scrambled eggs, Indian style), and Nargisi Kofta (large meatballs stuffed with hard-boiled eggs). The “queen of Indian cooking" (Saveur), Madhur Jaffrey helped introduce generations of American home cooks to the foods of the subcontinent. In An Invitation to Indian Cooking—widely considered one of the best cookbooks of all time and enshrined in the James Beard Foundation’s Cookbook Hall of Fame—Jaffrey gives readers a sweeping survey of the rich culinary traditions of her home. Living in London and homesick, she was prompted to re-create the dishes of her Delhi childhood. Jaffrey taught herself the art of Indian cuisine and, in this groundbreaking book, she shares those lessons with us all. Featuring more than 160 recipes, the book covers everything from appetizers, soups, vegetables, and meats to fish, chutneys, breads, desserts, and more. From recipes for formal occasions to the making of everyday staples such as dals, pickles, and relishes, Jaffrey’s “invitation” has proved irresistible for generations of American home cooks. Beautifully redesigned—and with a new foreword by the author and a new introduction by superfan, Yotam Ottolenghi—and featuring Jaffrey's own illustrations, this anniversary edition celebrates An Invitation to Indian Cooking’s half a century as the go-to text on Indian cooking.

One of the delights of Italian food is its diversity. Each region has its own favorite ingredients and cooking techniques, and each has its own unique character, but one thing is common to all -- the quality of the raw ingredients used. This book is an authoritative yet easy-to-read guide to these ingredients and how to use them in the kitchen. This full-color illustrated reference book presents all the common and less well-known Italian ingredients, with full visual guides to every kind of Italian food: pasta, rice, grains and pulses, cheeses, cured meats and sausages, meat and poultry, fish and shellfish, vegetables, mushrooms, fruits, herbs, pantry goods, and aperitifs and spirits. Each section includes facts about how and where the ingredient is made or grown, its history and culinary uses, essential information on buying and storing, along with detailed cooking and preparation instructions and basic recipes where appropriate. The second part of the book is a beautifully photographed recipe section, with over 100 classic dishes from all over Italy in an illustrated step-by-step format. Combining traditional, regional favorites and contemporary classics, there are recipes for antipasti, soups, pasta and gnocchi dishes, risottos, polenta and pizza, fish and shellfish dishes, delicious poultry and meat, a variety of vegetables and salads, as well as recipes for delectable desserts and Italian home baking. With over 600 glorious photographs, informative text and delicious authentic recipes, this book is a unique, practical reference and fail-safe cookbook -- the only book on Italian food and cooking that you will ever need. Book jacket.

With the help of Giuliano Hazan, author of "The Classic Pasta Cookbook, " Italian food can be simple to prepare. The chef shares his secrets in this collection of 120 recipes for delicious, healthy, authentic Italian fare. of color photos. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

A personal cookbook from the James Beard Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award-winner and best-selling author that captures every aspect of Italian home cooking—from appetizers to ice cream. • “It’s almost as good as a trip to Italy!” —New York magazine Including almost 250 recipes, Marcella’s Italian Kitchen brings home cooks the authentic tastes of Italy. Here are Fettuccine with Clams and Zucchini and Veal Scaloppini with Hazelnuts and Balsamic Vinegar, Cauliflower Salad with Red Pepper, Olives, and Anchovies and Amaretti and Custard Cream Semifreddo. Drawing on her experiences growing up in Italy, Hazan has crafted the ultimate guide to Italian food.

Both a beautifully illustrated, recipe-filled cookbook and an armchair guide to Italy's distinct culinary regions, this photo-filled volume describing the regions' people, foods, and wines contains 220 recipes.

Esposito, bestselling author and host of PBS's Ciao Italia, has introduced millions of viewers and readers to traditional Italian cooking. With her trademark style, she combines cooking and customs, tradition and travel, as she takes readers from the kitchens of her childhood to the cafes and pastry shops of Italy today. Features 170 recipes. Illustrated.