As the name suggests, root vegetables are vegetables whose roots form the edible parts. These vegetables are highly nutritious and they are particularly tasty if they are home-grown and eaten soon after harvesting. In this book, the main types of root vegetables are described, with useful information about the different varieties that can be grown, their history, cultivation requirements and cooking uses. There is key advice on preparing the soil for new crops, growing root vegetables from seed, and making compost. A must for the novice grower, the book also provides information for the experienced gardener who wants to experiment with new varieties.

This book shows you how to bake loaves from all around the world, either by hand or in a bread machine, with 900 step-by-step photographs. Three books, which cover every aspect of baking bread, are presented in a stunning gift slipcase. Breads of the World details loaves from around the globe, from bagels to sourdough, with fascinating information on their history as well as how each bread is baked, its shape and taste. The Baker's Guide to Bread covers baking bread by hand, with 70 recipes, such as Poppy Seed Bloomer, English Muffins, Polish Rye Bread and Wheat Tortillas. Baking Bread in a Bread Machine contains a useful introduction and 50 recipes for such classics as Wholemeal Bread, Farmhouse Loaf and French Bread. This is the ultimate collection of books for all home bakers. It contains an illustrated directory of world loaves, as well as over 140 easy-to-follow recipes for all types of bread. Comprehensive guides to techniques cover every stage of the bread-making process, from mixing and kneading to glazing and baking. You can make the most of your bread machine, with specially devised recipes tested on and fully convertible for the latest machines, whether small, medium and large. You can try your hand at Scottish Oatcakes, Potato Bread, Malted Loaf, Blinis, Boston Brown Bread, Golden Pumpkin Bread, Doughnuts or Hot Cross Buns.

This practical cookbook is both an illustrated guide to the breads of the world and a bread-making manual, with over 100 recipes for delicious home-made loaves of all kinds. The book opens with a short history of breads and bread-making before describing the different types of grains, flour and extra ingredients that can be used in baking, supported with step-by-step photographs of the entire bread-making process from kneading the dough to baking the loaf. Following this is an illustrated reference guide to the different types of bread to be found across the globe with information on history, taste and shape. The recipe section that completes the book includes all the classic breads such as Irish Soda Bread, San Francisco Sourdough and Indian Parathas to less well-known recipes such as Portuguese Corn Bread and Syrian Onion Bread.

This is a tempting collection of stylish and tantalizing soups and starters. Each recipe is clearly presented with step-by-step instructions, and the book is illustrated with over 260 photographs. There are plenty of quick and easy options that take only a few minutes to make, as well as sophisticated dishes that can be prepared in advance - perfect for impressing at dinner parties. Recipes range from simple soups and seasonal salads to delicious pates, elegant terrines and foolproof souffles, so there is something for every occasion. Professional cook's tips and extra recipe variations throughout make this book a perfect source of information as well as ideas. This wonderful book of first courses is great for anyone who loves cooking and entertaining, whether for a formal dinner party or a relaxed family meal. There is a choice of over 70 delightful recipes which are surprisingly easy to prepare. The book features classic recipes such as Wild Mushroom Soup, Chicken Liver Pate, and Leek and Onion Tartlets, as well as new ideas, such as Salade Nicoise, Pears and Stilton, and Mussels and Clams with Lemon Grass. Every recipe is shown in helpful stage-by-stage photography, with a glorious picture of the finished dish, so you can see the results you are aiming for, and cook's tips and variations provide extra advice and ideas. With so many fantastic recipes, there's a first course here to complement every main course, tempt any tastebuds, and impress the most demanding guests.

This book shows how to get your five-a-day in a whole range of delicious ways. Find out about over 250 different fruits and vegetables, discover where they originated, and learn how to choose, store, prepare and cook them. This guide with over 1300 photographs, explains all there is to know about these exquisite foods and how best to enjoy them.

This title provides 200 great ways to start a meal or serve a buffet with style. This is an ultimate collection of snacks, dips, nibbles, first courses, quick bites, finger foods and light meals. It features over 200 deliciously sophisticated recipes, drawn from every cuisine: learn how to cook dishes as diverse as Chorizo Pastry Puffs, Fried Clams with Chilli, Gruyere and Potato Souffle, and Poached Eggs Florentine. Each recipe is shown in easy-to-follow step-by-step photographs with a glorious picture of the finished dish. It includes a useful introduction with basic recipes, garnishes and presentation techniques to help you get started and produce stunning results right away. It provides fantastic ideas to start every kind of meal as well as to serve at buffets and parties, with recipes suitable for both novice cooks and accomplished chefs. From mouthwatering finger food to nibble during a drinks party, to an enticing platter of Duck Wontons with Spicy Mango Sauce to savour at a special occasion, or a fragrant dish of Scallop-stuffed Roast Peppers to enjoy as the prelude to a gourmet meal, the recipes in this wonderful inspirational volume will add colour and sophistication to any and every occasion. It includes an introductory section that gives hints and tips for making garnishes, marinades, dressings and flavoured oils, followed by eight mouth-watering recipe chapters: Nibbles and Dips; Soups; Pates and Terrines; Vegetarian; Family Favourites; Starters for Special Occasions; Salads; and, Party Finger Food. Every recipe is shown step by step in over 750 gorgeous photographs, to inspire and ensure success every time.

- 150 recipes celebrate the best rice recipes around the world, including risotto, biryani, pilaff, sushi, fried rice, paella, jambalaya, kedgeree and rice pudding.
- Divided by region, the book features chapters on India; Asia; Greece, Turkey and the Middle East; Spain and Portugal; Italy; France; Cajun, Creole and Latin America; Africa and the Carribean; Great Britain; and North America.
- Fully illustrated with 300 stunning photographs, including a beautiful image of every finished recipe to guarantee best results every time.

This book features over 100 delicious rice recipes clearly presented step-by-step. It is beautifully illustrated with over 450 appetising colour photographs. It is an authoritative recipe reference source for the world's best-loved grain including timeless favourites like biryani, pilaf, sushi, fried rice, paella, risotto, kedgeree, and rice pudding. This is a comprehensive identifier and user's guide to the rices of the world - how to prepare and cook with all the different varieties perfectly. A fascinating introduction tells the history of rice cultivation and how and where it is grown today; the myths and legends that surround it; and the etiquette of eating rice in different cuisines. This practical book opens with an extensive introduction to the different types of rice and the many products made from it, and takes a close look at the rice plant. Learn how to cook rice to perfection, whether your chosen dish is plain boiled rice, risotto, paella, biryani, sushi, fried rice, or rice pudding. Useful information on the equipment used in the preparation of rice, how to store rice, and its nutritional value, is also included. Rice is prized by cooks everywhere for its texture and flavour, which make it the perfect partner for almost any ingredient from a handful of herbs to an extravagant array of seafood. The recipe section presents a mouth-watering display of the versatility of rice. Classic rice recipes sit alongside contemporary dishes from around the world in an extraordinarily comprehensive collection.

A tempting collection of over 70 stylish and tantalizing appetizers and starters. Each recipe is clearly presented with step-by-step instructions, and the book is illustrated with over 260 colour photographs.

Plan your celebration using the helpful hints and tips, including how to open a bottle of champagne, and ideas for easy and impressive spreads, toppings and breads. Whet the appetite with classic nibbles, dips and savoury snacks, such as Cheese Aigrettes, Guacamole, and Duck Wontons with Spicy Mango Sauce, then serve a selection of more substantial dishes including Risotto Frittata, and a variety of salads and cold dishes. Refresh your guests with classic cocktails, such as Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri or Kew Pimms or a selection of exciting non-alcoholic drinks. Whether you are throwing a Christmas cocktail party, a birthday buffet or having a few friends round, "Party & Buffet Cookbook" has all the recipes you will need. Thorough party planning is vital and this volume provides essential advice on all the necessary details, from creating the appropriate atmosphere to estimating food and drink requirements. From the day you decide to have a party, to washing up the glasses after the last guest has left, you will find this book an invaluable asset in making your party one to remember.