| Famed for "orgasmic ruminations" on food Rosengarten s show was a finalist (in the company of Julia Child Jacques PEpin and Martha Stewart) for a James Beard award. In Matthew Broderick s words watching the show "makes me laugh makes me cry makes me hungry." This book discusses the author s favorite foods from his many global travels; why they are special and how to cook them. Know what to look for when shopping for ingredients how to prepare the dish to perfection and by what criteria to judge the result. He advocates hearty main dishes (save fancy presentations and tiny portions for appetizers) and is not afraid to share his confusion about what a true jerk really is although he s happy to share his favorite jerk formula. Approachable and vastly knowledgeable his style is entertaining and informative. The recipes can be complex but their flavor makes them worth the extra effort! Try Perfect Maryland Crab Cakes Chicken Francese with Lemon & Pecorino or Sumptuous Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Crust.By David Rosengarten As seen on Food Network Recipes for starters main dishes in-between dishes desserts Special chapter on wine with recommendations for reasonably priced wines Many photos No nutritional analysis Huge abundance of tips and information for each recipe 323 Pages paperback 8" x 10 1/2" |
