Excerpt from Hand-Book of Practical Cookery, for Ladies and Professional Cooks<br/><br/>Like many other books, it is not the size that makes it practical; we could have. Made this one twice as large as it is, without having added a single receipt to it, by only having given separate ones for pieces of meat, birds, fishes, etc., that are of the.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This historic cookbook, published in 1867, collects a compendium of French cooking techniques as practised by leading chefs at the time. The author, Pierre Blot, a respected culinary expert from New York, collaborated with professional cooks and homemakers to introduce sophisticated European techniques for skilled practitioners and novices alike. The book features thorough instructions for techniques including baking, boiling, broiling, frying, sautà ing, and more. It also delves into specialized skills, such as clarifying fat, larding meat, and preparing pastry. Beyond techniques, the book includes a wide array of recipes for soups, stews, meat, poultry, fish, desserts, and sauces, many with variations to suit different tastes and occasions. Throughout, the author discusses topics such as ingredients, cooking utensils, table etiquette, and the medicinal properties of various foods. A fascinating insight into historical trends in European cuisine, this book offers a window into the origins of many techniques and recipes still considered essential in French cooking today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330225707_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330225707
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330225707
Quantity: 15 available