Argentina Cooks!: Treasured Recipes from the Nine Regions of Argentina - Couverture rigide

Brooks, Shirley Lomax

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ISBN 10 : 0781808294 ISBN 13 : 9780781808293

Editeur : Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S., 2001

Synopsis

Argentine cuisine is one of the world's best-kept culinary secrets! It is decidedly distinct from other Latin American cooking. This cookbook highlights the dishes of nine different regions, including signature recipes from Five Star Argentine chefs, along with the best of collections from the author and other talented home chefs. Inside are sophisticated culinary offerings like: Pavita Relleno a la Criolla (Roast Turkey with Persimmon; Sausage and Jalapeno Stuffing); and Gaspado de Cazador (Game Stew with Wild Rabbit, Partridges, Quail and Gin) as well as home-style favorites like Gazpacho de Mesopotamia (Raw Vegetables in Chicken Broth and Fresh Lime Juice) and Empanadas Santafesina (Baked Turnovers with Beef Tenderloin, Chicken, Sausage and Prunes). The 190 easy-to-follow recipes are all adapted for the North American kitchen, and a helpful section on ingredients and techniques ensures that even novice cooks can produce spectacular results. The author's Introduction and commentaries throughout the book offer insight into Argentina's landscape, history, traditions and culture.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Argentine cuisine is one of the world's best-kept culinary secrets. The country's expansive landscape includes tropical jungles, vast grasslands with sheep and cattle, alpine lakes, and glacier-studded mountains. As a result, a great variety of foods are available game, lamb, an incredible assortment of fish and seafood, exotic fruits, and prime quality beef. This cookbook highlights recipes from Argentina's nine regions, including signature recipes from five-star chefs, the author, and other talented home chefs. Includes 190 recipes adapted for the North American kitchen; a helpful section on ingredients and techniques; A chapter on Argentine wines; An introduction and commentaries throughout that offer insights into Argentina's landscape, history, traditions and culture.

Biographie de l'auteur

Shirley Lomax Brooks is a freelance writer and caterer, who is married to a native of Buenos Aires. She resides in Belmont in northern California.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0781808294
• ISBN 13: 9780781808293
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 330
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible