On Cooking: Techniques from Expert Chefs, by Sarah R. Labensky, Steven R. Labensky and Alan M. Hause 1998

Condition: Like New - Appear unread. Minor wear at top of the spine. 

On Cooking: Techniques from Expert Chefs brings together all the fundamentals of good cooking -- clearly explained by top chefs and food writers, with plenty of detailed techniques and professional tips, and celebrated recipes. This book's 750+recipes cover everything from soups to meats and salads to desserts and reflect a wide range of cooking styles from Classic French to New American.

More than 1400 colour photographs identify ingredients and tools, demonstrate techniques, and plate and buffet presentation. Extensively focussed on healthy cooking techniques, with nutrition advice and a nutritional analysis accompanying every recipe.  Short essays and notes on food history, food science and food preparation techniques (many contributed by prominent chefs and food writers) make On Cooking an extraordinary cookbook.

All restaurants and cooking professionals, faculty and students in culinary schools, and others interested in professional techniques will find this book invaluable.