Dive into the culinary world of Italy with Marcella Hazan's 'Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking,' a timeless guide that unveils the secrets of authentic dishes. With passion and precision, Hazan shares not just recipes, but the philosophy behind Italian cooking, emphasizing fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. Each chapter transports you to the heart of Italy, offering insights into regional flavors and comforting classics. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned chef, this book ignites a love for cooking that transcends borders. Discover how every meal can be a celebration of Italy's rich gastronomic heritage.
By Marcella Hazan
Published: 1992
""The artistry of Italian cooking lies not just in the ingredients, but in the love and simplicity poured into every dish.""
From award-winning, bestselling “queen of Italian cooking” (Chicago Tribune), a culinary bible for anyone looking to master the art of Italian cooking. Essentials of Italian Cooking is a culinary bible for anyone looking to master the art of Italian cooking, bringing together Marcella Hazan’s most beloved books, The Classic Italian Cook Book and More Classic Italian Cooking, in a single volume. Designed as a basic manual for cooks of all levels of expertise—from beginners to accomplished professionals—it offers both an accessible and comprehensive guide to techniques and ingredients and a collection of the most delicious recipes from the Italian repertoire. As home cooks who have used Marcella’s classic books for years (and whose copies are now splattered and worn) know, there is no one more gifted at teaching us just what we need to know about the taste and texture of a dish and how to achieve it, and there is no one more passionate and inspiring about authentic Italian food.
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“"The artistry of Italian cooking lies not just in the ingredients, but in the love and simplicity poured into every dish."”
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking
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Marcella Hazan (1924-2013) was a pioneering Italian-American chef and cookbook author, renowned for her influential works that brought authentic Italian cuisine to the American public. A self-trained cook, Hazan's approach emphasized the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients and the simplicity of traditional Italian cooking methods. Her notable works include "The Classic Italian Cookbook" (1973), which is often hailed as one of the definitive Italian cookbooks, and "Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking" (1992), which combines her earlier works into a comprehensive guide. Hazan’s writing style is characterized by clarity, warmth, and a practical approach, making the complexities of Italian cooking accessible to home cooks. Her contributions greatly shaped the way Italian food is perceived and prepared in the United States.
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