Published in more than 20 languages, the hugely successful Essential series has now been revised with stunning new contemporary design and photography. Still an indispensable reference library for enthusiastic beginners and advanced cooks, it provides a comprehensive guide to cooking techniques, expert tips and hundreds of timeless recipes. From classic dishes to contemporary sauces and pasta that can be prepared in minutes, Essential Pasta is the definitive guide to this much-loved staple. Filled with detailed information on pasta varieties and cooking techniques, historical titbits, and helpful notes on ingredients, this book offers a range of recipes that will not only provide weekday meal solutions, but also inspire.

All about Pasta serves as the ideal kitchen companion, whether you would like to master mixing and forming the dough from scratch or you just want to expand your repertoire of easy weeknight sauces for store-bought pasta. Organized by families of pasta, the book explains every major pasta shape: its history, the best sauce pairings, and the inside scoop on signs of quality in the market. Recipes range from all-time favourites such as Tortellini in Brodo and Tagliatelle alla Bolognese to contemporary creations from Eataly's restaurants such as Kale Fusilli with Butternut Squash and Penne with Duck and Olive Ragu. All about Pasta provides everything the home cook needs, in one quick-reference volume, to prepare delicious pasta dishes whether for an elegant dinner party, a make-ahead buffet, or a quick family meal.

Enjoy Italy's most famous food in recipes that won't affect your waistline. This is a stunning collection of more than 30 authentic dishes using healthy, seasonal produce. It features low-fat versions of classic recipes, including Lentil & Pasta Soup, Spaghetti with Clam Sauce, Lasagne, and Pasta with Pesto Sauce. It includes recipes for all occasions, from quick midweek lunches and suppers to more elaborate creations to serve at dinner parties. It includes a guide to the different types of pasta and a Fat & Calorie Counter for key ingredients. Nutritional information is given for each recipe to help you monitor your fat and calorie intake. For anyone looking to cut down on their fat intake pasta is the perfect food. It contains very little fat but is high in complex carbohydrates, which provide a steady release of energy to help you keep on the go. Pasta is also very versatile and combines superbly with many low-fat ingredients, including vegetables, fish and seafood, poultry and lean meat, as well as herbs and spices. It is perfect for all kinds of dishes. The recipes in this book are quick and easy to create and most contain less than 14g of fat per portion.They may be low on fat but still taste delicious so that you can enjoy satisfying meals and look after your health as well.