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Book SynopsisThis unique volume represents the wonderfully diverse nature of the American culinary tradition. Over 200 recipes are presented, so you can sample all the food you love in your own kitchen. Learn the secrets of preparing authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Fried Tomatoes, Idaho Beef Stew and San Francisco Chicken Wings, and you don't need to go to a restaurant to enjoy Mexican or Cajun cooking either. From the coast of New England to the Southwestern deserts, from the bayous of the South to the Northwest mountains, or the Midwest plains to the rich valleys of California, this book takes you on a culinary tour of the very best of American cooking.

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Book SynopsisThere is one powerful smell closely associated with the making of coffee in bedsitters. It is the smell of burning plastic, and will go away if you move the handle of the pot away from the flame.Legendary journalist Katharine Whitehorn's classic handbook of quick, simple meals - including Swedish Sausage Casserole, Lamb Tomato Quickie and Shrimp Wiggle - became the essential survival manual for the busy single person living in their first rented room.Whitehorn's trademark intelligent, practical and fabulously funny writing shines as brightly as ever, addressing the problems of 'cooking at ground level, in a hurry, with nowhere to put the salad but the washing-up bowl, which is in any case full of socks'. Delightful, entertaining and utterly indispensable.Praise for Katharine Whitehorn:'A meteor: clever, funny, compassionate, insightful, beautiful' RACHEL COOKE'Everyone grabbed the Observer to read her column on a Sunday morning' JILLY COOPER 'Wise, witty, mischievous' JAY RAYNERTrade ReviewKatharine Whitehorn was a meteor: clever, funny, compassionate, insightful, beautiful * Rachel Cooke *Everyone grabbed the Observer to read her column on a Sunday morning * Jilly Cooper *Katharine Whitehorn was wise, witty, mischievous * Jay Rayner *

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Book SynopsisFrom Thailand, Burma, Indonesia and Malaysia to China, Korea and Japan, this work presents traditional ingredients and classic recipes from the East. It features 100 enticing, authentic dishes, each photographed in colour with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and a glorious finished picture. It is an indispensable, fully illustrated guide to classic Asian ingredients: from rice and noodles, mushrooms and seaweed to peppers, pastes, oils, herbs and spices, and the varieties and cuts of fish, meat and poultry. It offers everything you need to know about the Asian kitchen, from essential equipment and store-cupboard ingredients to special techniques shown stage-by-stage in over 650 photographs. This comprehensive volume gives a fascinating introduction to the cuisines of Asia, plus a useful guide to equipment and utensils. The fabulous visual catalogue includes essential information on every type of ingredient. There is guidance on how to choose the very best ingredients, their culinary uses and storage, along with advice on special cooking and preparation techniques.Then the recipe section includes over 100 essential authentic recipes with easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions which show you how to make classic dishes from every corner of the region: Peking duck, spring rolls, dim sum, Thai fish cakes, red chicken curry, Filipono prawn fritters, sate, Nasi Goreng, Japanese sushi and sashimi and Malaysian coconut ice cream.

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Book SynopsisThis fabulous collection of 175 protein-packed salads provides a wonderfully nutritious recipes that are perfect for creating fresh and healthy meals. There is something for every occasion in this vibrant book, whether you're looking for an elegant appetizer for a dinner party, a simple low-carb lunch, or a hearty evening meal. Recipes include traditional appetizers, such as Prawn Cocktail, Marinated Herrings, or Carpaccio with Rocket; impressive low-carbohydrate fish dishes, such as Trout & Ginger Salad, Moroccan Tuna Salad with Green Beans & Eggs, or Anchovy & Roasted Pepper Salad; and protein-rich meat and poultry recipes, such as Roasted Chicken & Walnut Salad and Warm Chorizo & Spinach Salad. Full nutritional information is provided for every recipe, detailing the protein, carbohydrate and fat content of each dish, as well as the calories. Stunning photographs and straightforward step- by-step instructions make this cookbook invaluable to anyone planning a nutritious and protein-rich diet for health or weight loss.

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Book SynopsisEveryday meals made easy: 330 fuss-free recipes using just four ingredients or less, all shown in over 350 colour photographs. With just a few basic items from the storecupboard and four or less ingredients for each recipe, you can make more than 330 delicious dishes, from firm family favourites to more exotic temptations. This title includes breakfasts, appetizers, soups, pasta, rice, main courses, salads, vegetable and side dishes, preserves and pickles. It features a host of cuisines from around the world including African, American, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Portuguese and Mexican. Choose from Cinnamon Toast, Eggs Benedict, Dressed Crab with Asparagus, Tandoori Chicken, Rosemary-Scented Lamb, Warm Chocolate Zabaglione and Orange and Pecan Scones. At-a-glance nutritional notes provide a clear breakdown of calorific values as well as fat, fibre and cholesterol content of each recipe. From a relaxed weekend brunch or speedy supper to a more elaborate dinner for entertaining friends, there's a tasty recipe to suit all occasions. The recipes may be simple, but they don't compromise on quality, and this instructive cookbook shows you how to get the maximum flavour out of the few ingredients that you need to buy. It also advises you on how to benefit from the many excellent ready-made products available on the market, such as pastry, stock or curry paste. With these handy time-saving ingredients, you can create lavish home-cooked meals with a minimum fuss. With today's hectic lifestyles, few of us have time to spend hours in the supermarket or kitchen, but with this versatile family cookbook you will amaze yourself and friends at how quickly and easily you are able to prepare fresh, tasty food.

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Book SynopsisAll kinds of salads in a comprehensive 200-recipe collection - cold, hot, composed, main and side.

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Book SynopsisPerfect for beginner cooks or Thai food enthusiasts alike, this book is an ideal guide to this delicious and exotic cuisine. Showcasing the ingredients and techniques used in Thai cookery, this book take you, step by step, through the processes involved in creating tempting, genuine Thai dishes. Part 1 introduces you to the world of Thai cooking, explaining ingredients, equipment and cooking methods, and basics such as stocks, pates, rice and noodles. Part 2 gives you delicious recipes for snacks and appetizers; soups; salads and vegetables; curries; stir-fries; fried dishes; steams, bakes and barbecues; and desserts. Try Prawn Satay, Pumpkin and Coconut Cream Soup, Thai Beef Salad, Thai Mussaman Curry, Stir-Fry Scallops with Chilli and Basil Leaves or Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Part 3 shows you how to put the recipes together to create stunning meals, whether you want a filling bowl of noodles on a weekday evening or a sumptuous weekend feast for friends or family. With twelve menu plans, giving clear instructions and invaluable tips on preparation and timing, the Easy Thai Cookbook enables even the novice cook to prepare the perfect meal for any occasion.

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Book Synopsis'Packed full of enticing recipes to make plant-based your way of life' Madeleine ShawRoz Purcell is a firm believer that your body needs to be fuelled right - not only to get you through your day, or week - but to set you up for life.In No Fuss Vegan, Roz shows how to introduce more plant-based eating into your life.If you're in the mood for comfort (try Shepherd's Pie or Blueberry Crumble), freshness (how about a Tortilla Salad followed by Pineapple, Mint and Lime Sorbet) or something quick and easy (Pea Pesto Pasta and Almond Crunch Cups you have on standby) you're sure to find something that will become a favourite.Whether you're a committed vegan or just looking to cut down on meat and dairy, Roz will inspire you to experiment with her tasty and nourishing plant-based meals, snacks and desserts.Fuel Right = Fuel for Life'Perfect for anyone who is looking to try vegan cooking or just wants to introduce more vegetables into the diet through tasty, no-fuss meals' Easy FoodTrade ReviewThe single best thing you can do for your health and the planet is to eat more plants. No Fuss Vegan is packed full of enticing recipes to make plant-based your way of life -- Madeleine ShawPerfect for anyone who is looking to try vegan cooking or just wants to introduce more vegetables into the diet through tasty, no-fuss meals * Easy Food *Roz Purcell's plant-based recipes deliver lots of flavours and couldn't be easier to put together ... There's something here for everyone in the family * Irish Examiner *Thank goodness for Roz Purcell * Sunday Business Post Magazine *

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Book Synopsis'Absorbing and sometimes shocking' - Literary Review'A masterful historical study' - The Good Book GuideBehind the wholesome image of the world's most popular drink lies a strangely murky and often violent past. From its first discovery to the present day, this is an extraordinary story of a great world obsession.When tea began to be imported into the West from China in the seventeenth century, its high price and heavy taxes made it an immediate target for smuggling and dispute at every level, culminating in international incidents like the notorious Boston Tea Party. In China itself the British financed their tea dealings by the ruthless imposition of the opium trade. Intrepid British tea planters soon began flocking to India, Ceylon and Africa, setting up huge plantations; often workers were bought and sold like slaves.Roy Moxham's account of this extraordinary history begins with his own sojourn in Africa, managing 500 acres of tea and a thousand-strong workforce. His experiences inform the book and led him to investigate the early history of tea - and the results of his researches reflect little credit on the British Empire, while often revealing a fascinating world story.Trade ReviewAbsorbing - and sometimes shocking. -- Christopher Ondaatje. * Literary Review *Very well written . . . enlightening. * Financial Times *A masterful historical study. * Good Book Guide *This book is a fascinating mix of personal experience, a passion for the subject and an enthralling history. * Yorkshire Gazette and Herald *

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Book SynopsisWarming soups include Butternut Squash with Allspice and Pine Nuts plus lighter choices for summer such as Courgette, Broad Bean and Lemon Broth. Try delicious Snacks and Light Meals – choose from Hot Red Pepper and Walnut Dip; Lentil, Carrot and Coriander Pâté; and Sesame Potato Wedges with Peanut Dipping Sauce. Satisfying Salads to enjoy include Tabbouleh with Chickpeas and Spring Greens; Spicy Cauliflower and Swiss Chard Salad; and Fennel and Orange Salad with Black Olives. Filling Hot Dishes to savour are Stir-fried Tofu with Crisp Greens and Mushrooms; Barley Risotto with Radicchio; and Creamy Vegetable and Cashew Nut Curry with Coconut Milk. Sweet Things are a must – choose from Tropical Fruits in Lime and Chilli Syrup; Rhubarb and Apple Crumble; and Cherry and Hazelnut Oat Cookies. Finally, Drinks include nutritious yet delicious concoctions such as Pineapple and Passionfruit Soy Shake; Peanut and Carob Smoothie; and Date, Banana and Rice Milk Frappé.

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Book SynopsisBased on a series of articles published in The World of Fine Wine, Bursting Bubbles is a ground-breaking new book that offers the reader an alternate history of Champagne and its greatest growers. Often controversial, it is a no-holds barred look at the world's most famous wine region and the sparkling wine that it produces. It has the potential to change the way wine lovers think about Champagne. In his foreword, multi award winning author Andrew Jefford has called Bursting Bubbles, 'The most engaging book about leading Champagne growers I've read, full of insight and detail' and '...the most refreshing, pretension-pricking, myth-busting and amusingly unfrothy book on the subject I've read.'Trade Review'Bursting Bubbles by Robert Walters is the most provocative wine book I've read in a while." - Henry Jeffreys, taken from his article in The Guardian, 'The best books on drink of 2017'; 'Bursting Bubbles is an absolute pleasure to read from start to finish. Packed with insightful perspectives, Robert Walters captures the people and history of Champagne unlike any other book. It's very rare that a book on wine manages to fit both wine experts and novices equally. Whether you consider yourself an expert on Champagne, or you've never popped a cork in your life, Bursting Bubbles has plenty to offer both ends of the spectrum and everyone in between.' - Derek Morrison, The Good Wine Shop (Independent Champagne Retailer of the Year 2017) & Co-Founder of "Grower Champagne Month"; 'It all gets off to a cracking start, since the author is a gifted writer who gives a delightfully engaging account of his epiphany, his unconditional surrender to the charms of the great grower Champagnes in God's little acre. Robert Walters writes not because he wants to sell more; he simply thinks that the wines are brilliant and that the story of their creators should be told'. - Michael Edwards, The World of Fine Wine; '...This is part history lesson, part travel adventure story and wholly entertaining to read. It reminds me of Kermit Lynch's Adventures On The Wine Route' with an Australian accent.' - The Wine Depository; "We have all been sold a pup, albeit a glossy-looking, expensive one. Most champagnes, even those made by the prestigious brands, are confections that have little to do with terroir (the natural environment of the grape) or the qualities that distinguish good wine. Big manufacturers discovered that wines of inferior quality could, when sweetened and sparkled, be sold to the wealthy as a prestige product. Out of this naked commercial opportunism came what Robert Walters calls, in this refreshingly iconoclastic book, "the world's first mass-market party drug". Fortunately for those of us who love fizz in our wine, a small and growing number of winemakers in Champagne are now drawing on the skills and knowledge that had been lost to the region to make "exceptional wines that just happen to have bubbles". " - The Age, Australia; "... this is a meticulously researched and scholarly work but it is written with verve and wit. In addition to a fascinating historical examination, Walters explodes numerous myths, which will amuse any lover of wine trivia." - Australian Financial Review; "...the most refreshing, pretension-pricking, myth-busting and amusingly unfrothy book on the subject I've read." - ANDREW JEFFORD, Multi-award-winning author of The New France and columnist and contributing editor for both Decanter and The World of Fine Wine.; "In the tradition of Kermit Lynch's Adventures n the Wine Route, Bursting Bubbles is a wonderful and informed exploration of the best grower Champagnes and the characters who make them. It shatters old myths and reveals new truths, making Champagne - the place and the wine - as intriguing, beautiful and magical as ever." - ANDREA FROST, award-winning author of Through as Sparkling Glass and columnist for TimAtkin.com and The World of Fine Wine.; "Rob Walters' approach to Champagne (and to wine in general - and to life!) in this beautifully written book is so cheerful and entertaining that one risks not realising how thoughtful and informative it is as well - a risk that I would advise any wine lover to take without hesitation." - JESUS BARQUIN, Award-winning co-author of the The Finest Wines of Rioja and Northwest Spain and Sherry, Manzanilla and Montilla and the co-founder of Equip Navazos.Table of ContentsForeword — Andrew Jefford Disclaimers Prologue Part 1: Where we follow sparkling Champagne's remarkable metamorphosis from faulty to fabulous Myth 1: In the name of the father: Dom Pérignon was the father of Champagne Part 2: In which we drive along a haunted racetrack in search of a singular grower and discover, not for the last time, that all is not what it seems in the world of Champagne Part 3: Where we meet the revolutionary parents of modern Champagne — science and industry Myth 2: First place: Champagne was the original sparkling wine Part 4: In which the author travels to the mountain to meet the rock of Ambonnay, tries to get blood from a stone and ends up leaving on better terms than when he arrived Myth 3: The good and the great: Grand cru vineyards produce the best wines Part 5: Where we head to 'Rahnse' to visit the cathedral and then travel south to Épernay, for a stroll down the legendary Avenue de Disney Myth 4: Silver spoon: Placing a spoon in the top of a Champagne bottle helps preserve the bubbles for longer Part 6: In which the wine traveller drives south from Épernay to Avize and discovers that all that glitters is not gold Part 7: Where we encounter more threats to Champagne's 'Great Wine' pretensions and find out what conventional Champagne has in common with baked bread, roasted nuts and seared steak Myth 5: Holy Trilogy: Only three grape varieties are used to make Champagne Part 8: In which we pay a visit to Pascal Agrapart, and where the author acknowledges that he can sometimes miss what is right under his nose by playing the man and not the ball Part 9: Where we unearth even more image problems for Champagne (by comparing the 'approach Champenois' with best practice in Burgundy) and where we learn that the English are the necrophiliacs of the wine world Myth 6: Blending is better: Champagne is blended in order to produce a better balanced, better quality wine Part 10: In which the author tries to comprehend Anselme Selosse via a blend of pop psychology and historical minutiae and then plays word games with the man himself Part 11: Where we blend a few things together in order to produce a histoire vraie of Champagne and then explore the extent to which the brand has come to dominate land in this famous region Myth 7: Simple fizzics: Where bubbles come from Part 12: In which we head south to Vertus and visit a great grower making 'crazy wine' in order to remind ourselves, once again, that Champagne is a wine, first and foremost Part 13: The continuation of our histoire vraie, where the author views advanced capitalism through the rosiest of glasses and perhaps takes the friendship too far by comparing the history of Champagne to that of Camembert and free-range chicken Myth 8: The shape of things to come: Champagne should be served in flutes Part 14: In which we travel from Vertus to the historic market city of Troyes, all the while grappling with the ideologies of Champagne's separatists Part 15: Where the author discusses the problems with the term 'grower revolution' and then offers the reader a choice between two radically different worlds of Champagne Part 16: In which we visit our first Aube grower and learn what it means to be an outsider in your own wine region Part 17: The final instalment of our histoire vraie, where the true grower revolutions are revealed — and yes, there were more than one Myth 9: In the beginning: Champagne is mentioned in the bible Part 18: In which we visit a vigneron farmer — or is that a farmer vigneron? Part 19: Where we delve into the remaining key factors that led to the development of Champagne's current batch of great grower-producers Myth 10: Bursting Bubble: Smaller bubbles are a sign of a high-quality Champagne Part 20: In which we visit the last of our growers in the Aube and learn that, no matter how seriously we take it, wine's main work is to make us happy Epilogue: A short manifesto in which the author asks you, the wine lover, a simple, somewhat rhetorical question: 'What sort of Champagne do you really want to drink?' Notes Acknowledgements Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThe perfect addition to your family’s gear! Over 85 delicious and simple family-friendly camping feasts complete with meal plans, shopping lists, and helpful tips for outdoor cooking with kids Camping is all about simplicity, being outdoors and taking the best from your surroundings away from the humdrum routine that cooking for a family at home becomes. With 4 helpful sections—Quick Escapes, By the Beach, In The Country, and Festival and Parties—these delicious recipes make cooking outdoors a great adventure. Including meal plans, shopping lists, and tips on preparing ahead, these recipes make the best of the fresh, local produce available—whether it''s locally caught fresh fish or foraged mushrooms. Although they are easy to make and require little prep or equipment, they are far from boring:• Wake up and try Barbecued Strawberry Croissants made with fresh, local strawberries in the early morning sunshine

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Book SynopsisSpelt is a wonder grain. Its deep, nutty flavour and amazing versatility make it a storecupboard essential, not to mention the health benefits. With a broader spectrum of nutrients than modern wheat, it is also easier to digest, lower GI and is known to aid the prevention and treatment of various ailments and conditions. The spelt revival is being championed by Roger Saul, the UK's trusted expert, who grows organic spelt on his farm, Sharpham Park in Somerset. For Roger, spelt is a passion, and he has spent years experimenting. The welcome result is this definitive collection of delicious, wholesome recipes with spelt at their heart. From loaves and cakes full of flavour, to crisp, crumbly pastries, tarts and biscuits, spelt opens up a whole new world of baking possibilities. Try one of the wonderful breads, such as Walnut and Stilton Bread, a hearty dinner such as Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Speltotto, or the sweet indulgence of the Summer Raspberry Cake and join the ranks of people choosing this go-to grain.

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Book SynopsisHome-baked cakes and cookies are one of life’s great treats. Whatever the occasion, be it an afternoon break, a birthday or a special dinner party dessert, you’ll find just the recipe to inspire you in this mouth-watering collection. Starting with an overview of basic baking techniques, ingredients and equipment, beginners and more experienced bakers alike will find that it’s easy to master the art of baking with this one-stop guide for cake and cookie lovers. Discover recipes from around the world: Classic sponges as well as iced, fruit or delicately flavoured cakes Decorated cupcakes, muffins or meringues Tortes, cheesecakes and gateaux galore Quick and easy cookies and biscuits, plus brownies, flapjacks and pastry-based slices Birthday, wedding and anniversary cakes as well as delightful novelty cakes and cookies for children

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Book SynopsisWhen you're in training, aiming to beat personal goals, what you eat can make all the difference to your performance. This is the book every amateur athlete needs to fuel their training; a practical, enjoyable, real diet that fits in with your everyday life. Renee McGregor works with elite athletes to enhance their performance, and in Part 1 of the book she shares the cutting edge science behind sports nutrition in an accessible way, so that you can achieve the results you want, whatever your sport and regardless of what level you train at. To help you incorporate the advice, Renee also provides plans to follow, to show you what and when you should be eating during your training regime. In Part 2 you'll find over 100 delicious recipes, including nutrient-packed breakfasts such as Sunflower Seed and Chia Porridge, or lunches that will keep you fuelled up throughout training. Great recovery dinners include Coriander Lamb with Quinoa, while there are plenty of options for portable snacks to eat on the go and even desserts such as Potted Lemon Cheesecake to help you achieve optimum nutrition for your training.

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Book SynopsisOver 100 recipes for exciting meals packed with fresh fruit and veggies Each recipe has a Hero Food feature, explaining why those ingredients are great for your childKids Cook spreads to encourage children to get involved with the cookingFamily favourites feature alongside exciting new ideasRecipes for breakfasts, lunch boxes, after school snacks, quick weekday meals, relaxed weekend meals and yummy sweet treatsPacked with over 100 quick, easy and fresh recipes that are nutritious and use vegetables in interesting and inspiring ways, this bright and fun book is set to lure even the most reticent of eaters. From vegetarian versions of family favourites - such as sausages and mash, chilli and rice or spaghetti Bolognese - to exciting new ideas like deliciously cheesy broccoli bites, there are ideas for every type of meal including energy-boosting breakfasts, super snacks and packed lunches. And as kids are much more likely to be interested in eating food they have made themselves, there are Kids Cook recipes children can make themselves to encourage them to get involved in the kitchen.

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Book SynopsisNothing beats the flavour of a freshly made juice - and they are so much more economical and wholesome than the brands that line the supermarket shelves. But once the initial enthusiasm for your juicer wears off, it can be easy to get into a rut and lose the benefits that homemade juices and smoothies can offer. With over 100 brilliantly varied recipes, Natalie Savona's innovative ingredient combinations will reignite your love of your juicer. Simple recipes bring out the health and taste benefits, divided into chapters of Delicious Detoxers, Energy Boosters, Gut Soothers, Immunity Helpers and Skin Savers, to help you find the right drink for any occasion. And an easy-to-use symbol system highlights each juice's suitability for special diets of all types. Packed with photographs and nutritional information, this is the perfect kitchen companion to unlock all the benefits that your juicer has to offer.

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Tandoori Chicken Bites, Vegetable Koftas, Samosas, Chapatis and Mango Chutney – if these are all dishes that you’d love to be able to cook and eat at home, the Easy Indian Cookbook is for you. Aimed at cooks new to the ingredients and techniques used in Indian cookery, this book takes you, step by step, through the processes involved in creating delicious, aromatic Indian dishes. Each recipe is divided into clear stages and techniques to enable you to master this colourful and exotic cuisine – and realize that making the perfect biryani is as simple as stirring the ingredients together in a pan. The book opens by introducing you to the world of Indian cooking, explaining the ingredients, methods and basic preparations such as spices, chutneys, breads and rice. The clear chapters give you delicious recipes for snacks and starters; vegetarian, poultry, meat, fish and shellfish main dishes; side dishes; and simple yet exotic sweets. Try Fenugreek Flatbreads, Paneer with Peas, Prawns with Hot-and-Sour Curry or Cardamom Ice Cream. Finally, a cross-referenced collection of 12 menu plans, showing mouthwatering meals for lunches and dinners, whether you want a warming curry to see you through a chilly winter evening or a sumptuous feast for friends and family. With clear instructions, beautiful finished-dish photographs and invaluable tips throughout, the Easy Indian Cookbook is the one-stop Indian cookbook for beginners.

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Book SynopsisWhat is "compleating"? Completely eating every part of a fruit or vegetable! Plant-based diets are a wonderful way to protect the planet, but fruits and vegetables still have carbon footprints, and often the parts we throw away or compost are the most nutritious and delicious bits. Ellen Tout, sustainability expert and dedicated vegan, is passionate about maximizing the benefits of veganism, and through just a few simple tips, tricks and ingenious recipes she can revolutionize the way you cook. Transform banana skins into pulled "pork"; make amazing vegan butter from the liquid in a can of chickpeas; give new life to leftover wine by making your own vinegar; forget everything you knew about kiwi by whipping up a batch of "whole kiwi" salsa for tacos. Arranged alphabetically, not only does each section include internationally-inspired recipes, but also tried-and-tested, environmentally-friendly alternatives to household cleaning, beauty products, and pet food. Dye fabrics pink with avocado skins; or transform a coconut half into a houseplant pot. "Compleat recipes" show how to make dishes that use every part of the ingredient, such as Pumpkin Pie with Caramelized Seeds or Carrot Top Tabouleh, while techniques such as pickling, fermenting and off-cuts broths can save pretty much anything from the bin. Whether you're an experienced vegan cook, or just starting to explore plant-based eating, you're sure to find inspiration from this encyclopaedic guide.Trade Review"Jam-packed full of so much advice –⁠ so friendly, helpful, packed full of tips, tricks, delicious recipes and easy ways to compleat in a satisfying every day way." - Melissa Hemsley"A modern and mindful guide to zero-waste living, with practical tips, trends and budget-friendly recipes." - Katy Beskow, bestselling author of 15 Minute Vegan, Five Ingredient Vegan, Vegan Fakeaway and Easy Vegan Bible"This book is a great education on how to use beautiful produce to its full potential. Roots, shoots, tops and all!" - Bettina Campolucci Bordi AKA Bettina's Kitchen, author of Happy Food and 7-Day Vegan Challenge"Ingenious ideas for making the most of every type of leftover, this book will be a well-thumbed resource in my kitchen." - Georgina Wilson-Powell, founder and editor of pebble magazine"I love it! I know this is a book I will continue to enjoy reading and using throughout the seasons." - Rose Elliot, author of The Complete Vegan

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Book SynopsisDeeply nourish and balance your life with the colours of nature. The chakras are an ancient system of connection between body, spirit and the planet. By learning to recognize the energy imbalances in your body, and eating vibrant foods, make the most of nature’s abundant healing pantry, ensuring rejuvenation, nutrition and spiritual sustenance. In this book, chakra expert and modern medicine woman Annika Panotzki shares: over 80 delicious, vegan and refined-sugar-free recipes for every meal, including rainbow burgers, mini tacos, bliss bowls and psychedelic chia a holistic approach to living vibrantly including breathing and intention-setting gratefulness and mindfulness exercises ceremonies and rituals for your everyday life shamanic wisdom about your chakra system a 5-day reset programme to kick-start incorporating the chakra system into your life With this book as your inspiration, create a loving relationship with yourself and the planet.

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Book SynopsisALL THE NUTRITION YOU NEED, IN ONE VIBRANT BOWL Wholesome Bowls are a deliciously simple concept: one dish recipes that use only fresh, whole foods to build a bowl of flavour, comfort and nourishment. All the recipes are designed to fit your lifestyle and allow you to fall in love with cooking. Try Turkish Eggs with Spicy Sesame Drizzle for brunch, a gooey Balsamic Fig and Goats Cheese Bowl for lunch, a warming Pearl Barley Mushroom Risotto or a vibrant Chicken Fajita Bowl for dinner. For something sweet there’s Vegan Sweet Potato and Chilli Brownie Bowl or Spiced Hummingbird Cake with Cashew Cream Cheese Frosting. Heal your relationship with food: take the time to get to know your body, treat it with respect and enjoy real, fresh foods that fuel you and leave you feeling energized. REDISCOVER YOUR FOOD HAPPINESS AND COOK YOUR WAY TO JOY!

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Book SynopsisLooking for super easy, crowd-pleasing recipes with flavour influences from around the world? Vina Patel's favourite hobby is travelling to find her family's next favourite dish, and in this book she shares her best80 tried-and-tested recipes from her adventures.

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Book SynopsisThe Vegetarian Student Cookbook will get you through your studies and become more valuable to you than any textbook. You won’t need lots of kitchen gadgets, hours in front of the oven, or a loan to make these recipes – they are all easy and cheap and designed to satisfy. Start with Kitchen Know-how: which essentials to stock up on so that you always have the foundation of a simple meal; tips on key equipment to buy; simple rules of food hygiene; and no-fuss tips for throwing together ingredients no matter how little is lurking in your kitchen. When you’re having a late-night essay crisis and you turn to the refrigerator for salvation, The Vegetarian Student Cookbook will come to the rescue with quick, stress-free Light Bites & Sides. Chapters on Salads, Pasta, Light Entrées and Easy Entrées include everything you could possibly want in your repertoire: mac ’n’ cheese, omelettes, stir-fries, vegetables bakes, risottos and lots more. Master the recipes in Food to Impress and you’re sure to win friends. Finally, when there’s no chocolate in the house and you need to satisfy a sweet craving, turn to Just Desserts and indulge in chocolate-dipped fruit and baked apples and pears.

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Book SynopsisA collection of 40 delicious cocktail recipes featuring the hugely popular Italian sparkling wine that has taken social drinking by a storm – Prosecco! Ah, Prosecco, how we love it! With its crisp, zesty bubbles and light, fruity flavour, Champagne’s perkier younger cousin is our favourite sparkling wine, hands-down. But what many of us don’t realize is that those easy-drinking qualities we love so much are exactly what makes it a fantastic base for cocktails, too. Prosecco’s sprightly bubbles combine brilliantly with all kinds of liqueurs and spirits, so it’s time to open the drinks cabinet and start experimenting – and Prosecco Cocktails is the perfect companion to get you started. There are Prosecco-led twists on the classics, like the Kir Royale or Prosecco Mojito; sophisticated apéritifs like the classic Spritz or the strawberry-infused Rossini; absolute party barnstormers like the Sangria Blanca, infused with white peach and basil; and intriguing sweet treats like the Wild Berry Cheesecake or Sparkling Parma Violet. Everyone enjoys the magical sound of well-chilled fizz cascading into a sparkling clean glass, adding its special cheer to any occasion. Now let’s take it to a whole new level! Whether you’re hosting an action-packed hen party or a dainty baby shower, a sunny beachside barbecue or a festive Christmas drinks gathering, an intimate meal à deux or a gossip-fuelled get-together, a fun family celebration or a soignée dinner party, the true joy of Prosecco is that it’s ideal for any occasion.

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Book SynopsisRich, creamy and against all odds healthy, just a smear of this flavor-packed dip can transform any dish into something infinitely more delicious. Hummus-lovers everywhere will be satiated with this book of over 65 inventive vegan hummus recipes. It’s the humble Eastern Mediterranean mezze dish that stole our hearts – who’d have thought a little bowl of smashed up chickpeas could taste like magic? Hummus has become an essential item for any modern well-stocked fridge, whether served as a dip with breadsticks, slathered on bread to give oomph to kebabs or sandwiches, or offered as part of a main meal in its own right. Homemade hummus is superior to store-bought in many ways: it is less sour, more intense in fresh flavours and inexpensive to put together. Here author Dunja Gulin shares her tips and tricks for making perfect homemade hummus, so that you can get the flavour balance and texture just right every time. The classic combination is usually chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic and tahini – but this basic recipe is so versatile that it gratefully absorbs any flavour you can throw at it. Hummus Where the Heart Is includes such recipes as Onion Jam Hummus, Indonesian-style Hummus, a Baked Aubergine variety and a moreish Cashew and Avocado concoction. There is even a chapter of Dippers, which includes Chapatis, Pitta Breads and Sesame Grissini, with chapters for Hummus Meals and even a daring Desserts section!

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Book SynopsisBrontë Aurell, owner of the ScandiKitchen Café in London, brings her famous flair to over 65 Scandinavian-style recipes that perfectly capture the joy of summer eating. In the warmer months we crave food that is often naturally lighter and nourishing. Scandinavians do summer food so well – it is wholesome, flavoursome, simple to make and sumptuous to look at. In Scandinavian culture, eating well is all about ‘lagom’ or balance – everything in moderation. Try the tempting breakfast ideas such as Blueberry Porridge. Sharing plates such as Smoked Mackerel Rillettes with Rye Crisps are ideal for grazing, while satisfying larger plates include Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Hasselback Potatoes or Danish Plaice with Remoulade. The all-important cake and fika recipes include a Midsummer Strawberry Cake and Skinny Lemon Muffins. A classic Sourdough Rye Loaf and Seeded Crispbread with Dried Nettles are on offer in the breads chapter, and tempting desserts include a Swedish Mess with Cloudberries, plus there are some refreshing summer drinks to sip, such as a traditional aquavit cocktail. Also included are Brontë’s fascinating insights into Scandinavian summer traditions and celebrations.

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Book SynopsisThe Great British Bake Off is a glorious celebration of Britain's favourite pastime. As the series has shown us, baking is the perfect way to mark an occasion - to celebrate, to congratulate and reward, and to lift spirits. This new book is inspired by the wonderful creations from The Great British Bake Off 'Showstopper Challenge'. Covering a wide range of bakes from large and small cakes, biscuits and cookies, sweet and savoury pastry, puddings, breads and patisserie, this book will show you how to bake beautiful, enticing recipes to wow at every occasion. There are dainty cupcakes for afternoon tea, quick bakes perfect for bake sales, school fairs or coffee with friends, mouthwatering desserts, breads and pastry recipes for lunches and dinner parties, and some really special bakes for birthdays and festive celebrations throughout the year.This recipe book will show you how to make your bake extra special, from exciting finishes using chocolate curls and ribbons and spun sugar to simple ideas for icing, shaping and decorating, so you can bring a touch of magic to any bake.Great British Bake Off also includes the 'Best of the Bake-off' - the finest recipes from the new set of Great British Bake Off amateur bakers, and all of Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood's Technical Challenges from the series.If you learned How to Bake from last year's cook book, Showstoppers will take you to the next level of skill, and combined with a dazzling new design and superb photography, this will be an irresistible gift for yourself or someone else.Trade ReviewGenerous, unassuming, inspirational, instructional and pleasingly traditional... Once you've given up on your post-Christmas diet, resistance will be futile. * You Magazine *

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Book SynopsisIf you have little time to cook, but want delicious and hearty meals then a pressure cooker is the perfect way to enjoy tender and wholesome dishes. With only a short amount of prep time you can tuck in to tasty homemade meals. Good Food: Pressure Cooker Favourites is crammed with tender casseroles, satisfying soups and mouth-watering stews. In Pressure Cooker Favourites you will find a whole range of seafood, chicken, game and vegetarian dishes and with each recipe triple-tested by the experts at Good Food you are guaranteed success every time. Both speedy and delicious these recipes are the perfect companion to a busy lifestyle.

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Book SynopsisFed up wasting food? Tired of trying to work out ingredient quantities for one serving or just looking for easy recipes for batch cooking? Good Food: Meals for One is packed full of tasty treats that make sure you will never waste a delicious morsel. With simple, yet delicious recipes and full-colour photos for each recipe, Meals for One is the perfect companion for a stress-free yet mouthwatering meal. With dishes for every occasion whether lunches for packed lunches, dinners that won’t break the bank or simply a luxury meal to wind down the day, and triple-tested by the experts at Good Food, Meals for One is your one-stop collection of recipes for one.

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Book SynopsisEasy and quick to make, good for feeding a crowd and packed full of flavour, traybakes are the perfect bake for any occasion. From delicious fruity flapjacks and gooey chocolate slices to a perfect savoury smoky cheese and onion tart, the trusted experts at Good Food have brought you ideas and recipes for every kitchen. Including recipes tailor-made to make introducing kids to the kitchen a breeze and filling up a crowd a doddle, traybakes are a fuss-free and tasty way to satisfy any stomach. Triple-tested by the experts at Good Food and with full-colour photos for each recipe, Traybakes is the perfect companion to simple and delicious baking.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered about the place-names that appear on Scotch whisky bottles? What language the names come from, what they mean or if they are even real places? If you feel baffled about where to start looking for such information, then this reliable and informative book is for you. Within its pages, you will be able to find out about the derivation and identity of any of these place-names. This book discusses each place-name that is concerned in some way with Scotch whisky, either as the name of the whisky itself, or as the name of the distillery. For each of these names the author provides an informative discussion of the origin, history and development of the name from a linguistic and historical perspective. He also offers an early spelling of the name, the original meaning (where known) and the correct pronunciation. Where applicable he has added curious information, such as a proverb or extract of poetry that mentions the place-name. No special linguistic or local knowledge is assumed. Additionally, there is an introduction for the educated non-specialist dealing with the various languages of Scotland: Gaelic, Scots, English, Norse and Pictish. At the end is a full list of sources used, and an appendix identifying some 'lost' distilleries. Peppered throughout the book are information boxes about particular pertinent topics, such as Inver- and Aber- names and tautological names. As a professional place-name researcher, the author has ensured that the material in this book derives from primary sources (many of which are unpublished) and has been rigorously researched, allowing the reader to distinguish between genuine and spurious names. Interest in Scotch whisky, the Highlands, Gaelic, Scots and place-names has never been higher, and there is an increasing demand for reliable works on these subjects. This is an informative and entertaining book that sets the standard for whisky place-names.

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