On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals, Canadian Edition

Labensky, Sarah R.; Hause, Alan M.; Malley, Fred L.; Bevan, Anthony; Sicoli, Settimio

ISBN 10: 0130620939 / ISBN 13: 9780130620934

Published by Pearson Education Canada, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals, Canadian Edition
• Publisher: Pearson Education Canada
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130620939
• ISBN 13: 9780130620934
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

For Introductory Cooking, Cooking Skills or "Food Prep" courses in Culinary Arts, Food and Nutrition and Hospitality Management departments. THE definitive culinary skills textbook in the market. Organized via food "types", On Cooking 4/e teaches the "hows" and the "whys" of culinary fundamentals; supported by tested, contemporary recipes and supplement package which is second-to-none. NEW! i-COOKStudent Access is a web-based, Recipe Management Tool. Package a 40 week renewable subscription for only $10.00 with On Cooking, 4th edition. i-COOK Student Access Registration , FREE 14 day Trail! Pearson Education is proud to bring world-renowned Dorling Kindersley (DK) products to your classroom. Instantly recognized by their fascinating, full-color photographs and illustrations on every page, With Pearson, you can see DK in a whole new way! For a complete listing of titles, please

From the Back Cover

Attractively designed and extensively illustrated with color photographs, line drawings, charts, and sidebars, this contemporary introduction to cooking and food preparation focuses on information that is relevant to today's chef. Comprehensive and well-written, it emphasizes an understanding of cooking fundamentals, explores the preparation of fresh ingredients, and provides information on other relevant topics, such as food history and food science. Contains a major section on Garde Manger — including chapters on Sandwiches and Hors d'Oeuvre and Canapés. Includes a chapter on Buffet Presentation. Contains over 750 proven, tested recipes — from the authors and from numerous chefs working throughout the country in culinary programs, hotels and restaurants. In addition, a nutritional analysis is provided with every recipe. Outlines the development and traditions of various foods and cuisines, and places the development of specific dishes or techniques into historical perspective. For those already working within or for those studying for a career within the food service industry.