This title shows you how to cook the natural way with a guide to healthy ingredients and more than 140 delectable recipes. It is a practical and straightforward guide to understanding the issues surrounding organic food and drink. It features a comprehensive survey of organic ingredients, from fabulous fruit and vegetables to tender meat and poultry, hearty breads and handy storecupboard items. It is illustrated with over 800 beautiful photographs, Anyone who loves cooking and eating great food agrees that for the best results you need to start with good-quality ingredients. This book offers a clear explanation of the organic movement, with practical advice on buying, storing and cooking, and also provides over 140 exciting recipes that make the most of these fabulous ingredients. Try tender lamb with baby potatoes for a wonderful spring meal, roast chicken with Mediterranean vegetables in summer, garlic and squash soup for a warming autumn lunch, and smoked haddock with mustard cabbage in winter. All the recipes - even the dessert ideas - are as delicious as they are healthy.

This title offers delicious guilt-free delights for all seasons and occasions. Indulge your craving for desserts with this guilt-free collection of over 30 recipes. It helps to create mouthwatering dishes that are completely satisfying yet very low in fat. It includes recipes to suit everyone, from simple fruit salads to impressive dinner-party gateaux. Enjoy classics such as Raspberry Vacherin, Tia Maria Gateau and Summer Pudding, all containing less than 5g/[UNK]oz of fat per portion. It includes a helpful guide to planning a low-fat diet and a useful chart of the fat and calorie content of common sweet ingredients. If you are trying to cut down the fat in your diet, you probably think you cannot enjoy delectable desserts and indulgent puddings. This book provides a selection of tasty recipes that you can enjoy without the guilt, as they have all been devised to be very low in fat. Many of the recipes use the natural sweetness of fruits to create wonderful tastes, such as Soft Fruit Pavlova and Blackberry Charlotte. There are also ideas that include alternatives to cream, such as yogurt or low-fat creme fraiche, to create lighter versions of classic dishes. The calorie, fat, saturated fat and cholesterol contents are detailed for each dish, to help you choose the ideal recipe.

This title includes 20 simple and stylish ideas shown in 150 photographs. You can discover how easy it is to prepare and present delicious wrapped food. It includes quick and easy edible wraps, from soft tortillas and spicy chapatis to paper-thin spring roll wrappers and sweet lacy pancakes, as well as more exotic ideas, such as dried lotus leaves and corn busks. Chapters include Snacks and Appetizers, Lunchtime Wraps and Gourmet Wraps. A useful introduction covers different types of wraps, preparation and wrapping techniques, and fabulous ways with fillings and sauces. It covers over 150 glorious photographs, both step-by-step to show techniques and stages, and a perfect image of each finished dish. Variations and cook's tips provide extra scope to experiment with ingredients and cooking methods. Wraps are the original fast food. They are easy to make, tasty to eat and ideal for every occasion, from breakfast on the run to a sophisticated supper with friends. Preparing food in its own individual package is also endlessly versatile. Aside from wraps, cute rolls and pretty enclosed parcels make equally delightful options. This fabulous book features plenty of suggestions for superb snacks and meals, with recipe ideas from all around the world. There are moreish mini tortilla cones filled with smoked salmon and soft cheese that are ideal for imprompt parties, hearty beef enchiladas with red sauce and mango salsa for a sustaining luch, and hand-rolled sushi, which is perfect for elegant entertaining. The book also includes recipes with non-edible wrappers such as lotus leaves, and there are some surprising dessert ideas such as coffee crepes with peaches and cream. With easy-to-follow techniques and inspiring photographs, this is the perfect little book for people who want food that is fun to make and delicious to eat.

This title features over 50 delicious and nutritious recipes, specially developed for coeliacs. It offers essential information on eating a balanced diet and staying healthy without wheat, barley, rye or oats. It includes: special menus for entertaining, picnics and social events, plus brilliant ideas for children - from tempting party treats to healthy packed lunches; everyday and exotic recipes perfect for anyone on a gluten-free diet and equally tasty for those who are not; delicious recipes include Fresh Mushroom Soup with Tarragon, Chicken and Leek Pie, Harvest Vegetable and Lentil Casserole, and Lemon Cheesecake with Forest Fruits; and at-a-glance nutritional information given for every recipe. It features detailed step-by-step instructions, professional cook's tips and variations, and over 220 sumptuous photographs to guarantee complete success every time. Coeliacs have an intolerance to gluten - one of the proteins found in wheat, barley, rye and oats - but there's no reason why a gluten-free diet can't be both healthy and varied. This book combines tasty and nutritious gluten-free recipes with essential information on following a gluten-free diet. There are popular everyday dishes such as Vegetable Moussaka, as well as special treats such as Braised Lamb with Apricots and Herby Dumplings. Even cakes, breads and pastry are included, as well as irresistible recipes for children. With over 220 photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, the book offers a wealth of inspiration for gluten-free eating.

Whether you are preparing a family supper or hosting an elegant dinner party, you are sure to find what you need in this comprehensive cooking collection. 500 Best-Ever Recipes presents tried-and-trusted family dishes from all over the world from delicious soups and starters to quick suppers and desserts. For cooks who want more variety in their main meals, 500 Main Courses provides plenty of impressive options from casseroles to mouthwatering barbecue ideas. 500 Seasonal Recipes helps you choose just the dish to suit the time of year: enjoy teriyaki salmon with ginger strips in spring or baked leek and potato gratin in winter. Finally, with quick and easy dishes that can be prepared in 20 minutes or less, 500 20-Minute Recipes is a kitchen essential for any busy cook. Fully illustrated with over 2000 easy-to-follow photographs, this failsafe book collection means you will always have the perfect recipe at your fingertips.

This book features traditional food and cooking in 25 authentic dishes. You can discover the unexpected delights of Finland's hearty cuisine in this little book on Finnish food and cooking. You can explore the wide range of fresh, seasonal ingredients in more than 25 recipes, ranging from classic dishes such as Baltic Herrings with Caper Butter, and Cloudberry Mousse, to fusion recipes that reveal diverse influences, such as Reindeer Pot au Feu, and Russian-inspired Easter Bread. The introduction offers a concise overview of this exciting culinary tradition, plus a guide to the main ingredients of the country. It is illustrated with wonderful photographs by William Lingwood of practical steps and final dishes. The spellbinding landscape of Finland is dominated by more than 180,00 lakes and 175,000 islands with vast expanses of unspoilt boreal forests. Wild meat, seasonal berries, indigenous vegetables and freshwater fish abound and, combined with traditional cooking methods such as baking, casseroling and pickling, have resulted in a healthy, hearty and seasonal culinary tradition.These delicious recipes offer a tantalizing taste of both historical and contemporary Finnish cooking. There are age-old classics such as Crayfish Soup, and Trout with Cucumber and Horseradish, as well as more recent adaptions such as Karelian Hot-Pot, and Lingonberry and Semolina Pudding. Packed with beautiful photography, cook's tips, variations and nutritional information for each recipe, this unique little book is a must for anyone interested in learning about this fascinating cuisine.

This title suggests quick and simple decorating ideas for classic cakes, themed cakes, birthday cakes, celebration and holiday cakes. It includes something for everyone: a ballerina cake, computer game cake, fairy castle cake, spaceship cake, army tank cake, fire engine cake, pinball machine cake, royal crown cake, teddy bear cake and many more. It offers clearly illustrated step-by-step and finished cakes, all shown in over 300 photographs. It contains easy-to-follow techniques, special equipment fully explained, and tips and hints throughout. There are cakes for all ages, from 3 to 13, using candies, chocolates, frostings, fondant icing and many exciting decorations. It explains all the basic cake decorating methods. Nothing pleases children more than to be given a custom-made cake made that reflects their personality, interests, or even characters that appear in books or TV shows. There are so many special events that deserve a celebration, and themed novelty cakes make a great focal point for a birthday or other occasion. Because the cakes in this book start with either a simple round or square cake, they do not take long to make, and they can be made ahead of time, covered in fondant, and stored until they are needed. There is a design to suit every child: little girls will love the doll's house, magic rabbit and sugar mice, while for a boy's party, the army tank, fire engine, dart board and pirate's hat would be ideal. Adults will find the cakes fun to make, and even beginners will be able to make accomplished-looking cakes. Whatever the event, you will find a cake to suit the occasion, and make every child's party a success.

If what most cooks appreciate above all else is preparing minimum-effort meals for maximum taste, then this delightful book is essential reading. The book provides a detailed guide to the range of slow-cookers available and the techniques needed. The recipes include traditional and contemporary dishes, with something for everyone. There are ideas for soups, casseroles, curries and rich puddings, as well as pates, terrines, cakes, preserves and drinks. Every technique and recipe is illustrated with beautiful step-by-step photography. Endlessly useful, this book is perfect for cooks who want to make delicious and healthy food while getting on with a busy life.

This title offers atmospheric, enchanting ideas to celebrate the traditional festival of Halloween. It features fabulous carved pumpkins, deliciously warming dishes, sweet treats, festive displays, games and disguises for the whole family. It offers easy-to-follow ideas with complete instructions and inspirational photographs. You can try autumnal recipes such as Pumpkin Soup, Corn and Ham Muffins, Pumpkin Fritters, Spellbound Tart, Toffee Apples, Ghost Cake, Gingerbread Cookies or Marshmallows. You can make your own spooky disguises for trick or treating - choose from Frankenstein's Monster, Witch, Vampire, Skeleton, Cat or Egyptian Mummy. You can decorate your home with Jack o'lanterns, candle holders and autumnal arrangements. Halloween originated as a pagan festival marking the end of summer, on a night when it was believed that evil spirits, witches and other dark forces roamed the earth for a night. Today it is a time for all the family to celebrate and for children to dress up in masks and costumes, to venture forth in search of candy and excitement in a riotous medly of pumpkins, trick-or-treating and other mischief. This gift book provides a medley of seasonal delights for making the most of this celebratory time of year. Ideas range from scary costumes to a delicious selection of recipes with spooky themes. Make a spicy Pumpkin Soup, indulge in crisp Toffee Apples, make a creepy ghost costume or carve some little pumpkins. With step-by-step instructions for every project, vibrant photographs and fun ideas, there is an accessible activity for everyone in the family, whether old or young. Celebrate the season in style with this charming sourcebook of tempting eats, treats and tricks.

You can discover a feast of tempting recipes that won't pile on the pounds. Mouthwatering recipes from around the world that are low in calories but full of taste. Chapters include ideas for all courses, from soups and appetizers to main courses and desserts. It features dishes for every occasion from Chicken & Mushroom Terrine to Beef Strips with Orange & Ginger. Enjoy stunning fruit-filled sweet creations, from light Cinnamon & Apricot Souffle to satisfying Apple & Banana Crumble. It includes a helpful guide to planning a low-calorie diet as well as tips on using substitutes. Eating a low-calorie diet that is healthy, delicious and visually appealing has never been easier. This book offers a varied selection of recipes for soups, appetizers, fish, shellfish, poultry, meat and vegetarian dishes, plus desserts with modest calorie counts that will amaze you. Try Poached Salmon with Citrus Fruits, Skewered Lamb with Red Onion Salsa, or Strawberry Gateau. You will find it hard to believe that all of these are low-calorie dishes, but the soups and appetizers average around 170 calories, main courses 210-310 calories, and desserts 200 calories, so you can enjoy combining the recipes as part of your calorie-controlled diet.

This title features sensational stir-fries from around the world. There are fabulous quick wok dishes from China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Indonesia and Japan with soups, appetizers, fish, meat, noodles and desserts shown in over 500 photographs. This is the best-ever guide to wok and stir-fry cooking, with practical step-by-step recipes plus glorious pictures of the finished dishes for perfect results. It offers a mouth-watering collection of traditional and modern meals for every occasion including vegetable tempura, steamed fish skewers on rice noodles, stir-fried chicken and cashews, and spicy shredded beef. It makes use of all the many techniques used in cooking with a wok such as steaming, shallow- and deep-frying, stir-frying, glazing and simmering. It features at-a-glance nutritional analysis of energy, carbohydrate, fat and cholesterol to help you plan your meals. Cooking with a wok brings out the best in fresh food with enticing spices and tangy taste combinations. The wok is ideal for making all kinds of dishes, including crab dim sum with Chinese chives, special chow mein, and classic beef rendang. You can enjoy 500 failsafe wok recipes, using cooking techniques such as stir-frying, steaming, braising and deep-frying. This book includes snacks and finger food, soups, appetizers, poultry, meat, shellfish and fish, vegetarian main dishes, noodles, rice, salads and side dishes, plus desserts. From crispy tempura seafood to green curry puffs and sizzling red-hot chilli beef there is something here for every occasion.

This book is the ultimate celebration of Chinese cooking, featuring traditional and authentic recipes that are sure to delight. A selection of over 150 mouthwatering recipes include a host of established family favourites, such as piquant Hot and Sour Soup and crunchy and addictive Mini Spring Rolls, as well as less familiar recipes including dainty Pork and Nut Dumplings and light and elegant Braised Carp in Ginger Sauce. The book also explores the ingredients and traditions of the cuisine in a dedicated directory of the Chinese kitchen. This section looks in detail at the tools that are unique to the Chinese chef, and the varied ingredients that make up the fine balance of flavour, texture and colour in Chinese cooking. Lavishly illustrated throughout with over 250 beautiful photographs this is a vital resource for any cook looking to expand their repertoire, put away the takeaway menu and fully experience the delights of home-made Chinese cuisine.

The small ingredient that packs a super-sized nutritional punch, the humble lentil is a superfood that is endlessly versatile. It can lend itself to all kinds of dishes, from comforting bakes to spicy soups and succulent falafels. It can be used to thicken casseroles, add substance to salads and stuffings, and made into herby kofte balls. This book contains a wonderful selection of recipes from around the world, including Lentil and Pasta Soup, Puy Lentil and Cabbage Salad, Lentil Dhal, and Haddock with Spicy Puy Lentils. With a guide to all the different types of lentils available and how to cook and enjoy them, the book is a must for every healthy kitchen bookshelf.

This large-format vibrant cookbook takes you on a regional tour of India, introducing you to classic local recipes and world-renowned dishes. Try a famous Assamese 'tenga' - fish, tomatoes, lime and whole spices - or street snacks ranging from Central Indian Parsnip Patties to the melt-in-the-mouth kababs of Hyderabad. Punjabi dishes include Spiced Mustard Greens, a sizzling dish of pungent roots and hot chillies. Mughal influence is evident in the stately poultry and meat dishes, and sweet dishes include Saffron Rice, Sweet Samosas and Kulfi. Evocative images and clear step-by-step recipes will guide you to discover India's unsurpassed cuisine. The previous edition won the overall 'best in the world' Asian cookbook award at the prestigious Gourmand International Cookbook Awards.

Traditional food and cooking in 25 authentic dishes. You can discover the vibrant tastes of Mexico from sizzling street food to dishes for special occasions. It includes traditional recipes for salsas, tacos, chimichangas and enchiladas, plus more unusual combinations such as Red Snapper Burritos, Enchiladas with Pork and Green Sauce, Turkey Mole, and Sea Bass with Orange Chilli Salsa. The introduction offers a concise overview of Mexican cooking and eating traditions, plus a guide to the key ingredients of the country. You can learn how to create Mexican classics such as Fajitas, Ceviche and Quesadillas, and create delectable desserts such as Bunuelos, Ice Cream with Mexican Chocolate, Churros and much more. Nutritional information for every recipe is given. It is illustrated with beautiful photography by Simon Smith of every final dish. Mexican cuisine is as lively and diverse as its fascinating culture. With fantastic tastes, wonderful fresh ingredients and a wealth of regional diversity, Mexican cooking is celebrated the world over.This inspiring book presents popular dishes such as Habanero Salsa, Chicken and Tomatillo Chimichangas, and Beef Enchiladas, as well as exotic regional delicacies such as Yucatan-style Shark Steak, and Tacos with Shredded Beef. Illustrated with more than 85 evocative photographs, this is the perfect introduction to a tastebud-tingling cuisine.

This is a complete set of two volumes containing 500 delicious main courses together with 500 fabulous puddings and desserts. These are two fantastic books in one gift box set, offering 1000 at-a-glance recipes for all your mealtime needs, from simple suppers, to family feasts and special occasions. 500 tempting main course ideas include Tarragon Roast Lime Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Roast Pork with Sage and Onion Stuffing or Spiced Pumpkin Gnocchi. There are 500 specially selected desserts, perfect for any time and any event - from a quick-and-easy scoop of homemade ice cream, or healthy weekday sweets for the family, to dazzling confections for a dinner party. Deliciously indulgent desserts feature all the classics such as Profiteroles and Apple Crumble to international dishes like Italian Tiramisu and Brandy-soaked Borracho Cake from Spain. It offers a wonderful recipe box set of main courses and desserts, which together give a range of meal choices for every occasion. "500 Main Courses" offers a dish for all tastes, from traditional recipes such as Classic Fish and Chips and Spaghetti Bolognese to more adventurous dishes such as Chicken Chow Mein and Jamaican Black Bean Pot. Vegetarians will be impressed by such tasty choices as Roasted Ratatouille Moussaka or Cheesy Leek and Couscous Cake. "500 Desserts" includes hot puddings, cold desserts, pies and tarts; healthy but enticing low-fat options and easy dishes, like Hot Spiced Bananas, for those in a hurry. Here are delicious versions of all the classics, from Summer Pudding and Apple Brown Betty to Lemon Meringue Pie and Syrup Sponge. With this collection on your shelf, you will never be short of ideas and inspirations, for everyday family suppers, for entertaining and any kind of special celebration.

This superb boxed collection of 10 irresistible cookbooks contains over 320 recipes to suit everyone, from everyday tempting teabreads, cookies and muffins to wickedly indulgent chocolate cakes, irresistible fruit tarts, light and moreish pastries, filled crepes and iced fancies. Each book is packed with information on key ingredients, preparation and cooking techniques, and is fully illustrated throughout in colour with over 1150 fabulous colour photographs, including illustrations of each finished dish and step-by-step instructions.

This is a comprehensive directory of the fruits of the world with over 100 tempting recipes. It is a definitive guide to all the well-known and exotic fruits, plus more than 100 delectable recipes, with step-by-step instructions and pictures of every finished dish. It covers every type of fruit, including citrus fruits, summer berries, apples, bananas, melons, peaches, figs and grapes, as well as tropical varieties such as custard apples, Sharon fruit, rambutans and snake fruit. It includes advice on how to select and store, and detailed step-by-step instructions on how to prepare, preserve and cook all kinds of fruits. From pies and puddings to pickles, cakes, ice creams, mousses and souffles, the tempting recipes to try include French apple tart, pickled peach and chili chutney, and date and walnut brownies. It features more than 800 gorgeous photographs. Fruit is nature's most bountiful and versatile creation. This appetizing volume is divided into three sections, making it at once a comprehensive reference, a complete listing of every kind of fruit and a fail-safe recipe collection. It opens with an illustrated guide to preparing, juicing, preserving and cooking fruit. The directory contains essential information about all the common, less well-known and exotic fruits. The book ends with a marvellous collection of classic dishes and contemporary recipes, including over 100 hot and cold desserts, pastries, pickles and preserves, cakes and bakes. As this book proves, fruit is healthy, life-giving and delicious.

This is the ultimate collection of appetizers, with delicious recipes from all around the world, shown in over 1000 glorious photographs. It is an unbeatable box set featuring soups, appetizers, light bites and nibbles for all occasions. It includes every type of soup imaginable, whether hot or cold, smooth or chunky, light or substantial, all packed with fresh ingredients for superb taste. This title contains delectable first courses, dips, dippers, finger foods, salads and party snacks from all around the globe. Recipe ideas range from simple family starters, such as Classic Tomato Soup, Smoked Salmon Pate, and Mushrooms on Spicy Toast, to impressive dinner-party appetizers, such as Gratin of Mussels with Pesto, Goat's Cheese Souffle, and French Onion Soup. It offers complete nutritional information is provided for every dish to help you plan balanced meals. Whether you are looking for a simple soup, a buffet selection, an elegant appetizer or a light snack, there is just the thing in this comprehensive recipe collection. All the much-loved classics from across the globe are included, from Creamy Clam Chowder, Wild Mushroom Soup and Caesar Salad to Peking Duck, Falafel and Vegetable Samosas. The books also contain plenty of less well-known dishes to tempt the tastebuds, such as Noodle Soup with Tofu, Paella Croquettes and Genoese Squid Salad. With 1000 inspirational photographs, handy cook's tips on ingredients and suggestions for simple variations, this cookbook set is all you need to create the perfect start to every meal.

The food of Scotland reflects the glorious natural landscape; game from the heather-clad moors and dense forests; fresh fish caught from the seas, lochs and rivers; wild fruits, berries and herbs gathered from the hedgerows, and oats and barley harvested where the terrain allows. The dishes that stem from these ingredients are steeped in local history and tradition. Celebrate the culinary heritage of Scotland in this delightful collection of 30 recipes ranging from the iconic haggis, celebrated in verse by national poet Robert Burns, to the finest shortbreads, bannocks and buns.

This title explores the origins, history, traditions and uses of the wok, and its popularity throughout the world as a versatile cooking implement. You can learn about the specialist equipment you need for successful wok use, together with essential wok techniques such as stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming, simmering and smoking. Drawing on the cuisines of China, India and South-east Asia, the recipes include Chinese Braised Pork Belly with Greens, Coconut Spiced Lamb on Poppadums, Chicken Chow Mein and Thai Crispy Noodles with Beef. It includes delicious ideas for crispy snacks and finger food, spicy soups and appetizers, speedy stir-fries, staple noodle and rice recipes, and succulent sweet dishes and desserts, with many recipes taking just minutes to prepare. The wok is one of the world's oldest and most useful cooking implements - a perfect pan for stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming or simmering. This book begins with a history of the wok, and offers advice on the implements used in the recipes, from double-handed woks and bamboo steamers to ladles and chopsticks. There then follows more than 300 delicious recipes - from succulent steamed dim sum and crisp, golden mouthfuls of deep-fried onions to quick and fresh stir-fries, slowly simmered braised meat and richly spiced balti dishes. With recipes that include a magnificent range of culinary traditions, rich aromas, enticing spices and tangy taste combinations, the book provides something for everyone to enjoy.

This title helps you enjoy the pleasure of good food, simply prepared with over 30 great hot-off-the-grill recipes. You can create delicious meals in minutes, including fish, poultry, meat, vegetarian and dessert recipes. It includes easy step-by-step techniques for tasty marinades and salsas. You can create exciting indoor and outdoor meals with inspiring ideas, such as Koftas with Avocado & Melon Salsa, Teriyaki Trout, Grilled Spiced Chicken, and Nectarines with Marzipan & Mascarpone. It offers helpful hints and tips that help you achieve perfect results. Grilling food is quick and easy, making it perfect for the busy lives we lead today. This book introduces the reader to a range of simple recipes that use all types of ingredients, and most can be cooked on the grill or broiler indoors, or on the barbecue outside. You can try Marinated Monkfish & Mussel Skewers, Minty Yogurt Chicken, Persian Kebabs, Mexican Beefburgers, Pitta Pizzas, or Leek & Cheese Sausages. For something sweet, you could opt for Fruit Kebabs with Chocolate & Marshmallow Fondue, or Hot Fruit with Maple Butter. Whatever your taste, this varied collection of recipes offers plenty of unusual ideas as well as best-loved classics.

This title helps you create a Christmas feast to remember from elegant appetizers to sumptuous desserts. It features family classics as well as great new ideas for seasonal entertaining. You can enjoy traditional dishes such as Roast Turkey, Brussels Sprouts & Chestnuts, or Christmas Pudding, or ring the changes with Stilton Tartlets, Roast Goose with Caramelized Apples, or Ginger Trifle. It contains a useful countdown to Christmas chart to ensure perfect timing on the day. It features 100 photographs that include helpful step-by-step shots. Christmas is a time for celebrations, entertaining family and friends, and sharing the best of festive cheer with them. This book will help make whipping up the food as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, with tips for what to prepare in the weeks before the big day. It includes advice on roasting a turkey, including timing charts and step-by-step techniques for carving the bird. There are 30 recipes that cover all the festive essentials, from Roast Potatoes to Mince Pies. Easy-to-follow method text and inspiring photographs make it easy to achieve perfect results that will impress your family this Christmas and for many years to come.

This title features over 300 mouthwatering recipes for soups, broths, chowders, bisques, consommes, gumbos and laksas. It includes chilled soups, vegetable soups, pasta soups, chicken and duck soups, meat soups, fish soups, egg soups, one-pot meals, and soups for entertaining. It features recipes from all over the world, including Irish Bacon Broth, Tuscan Cannellini Bean Soup with Cavolo Nero, Spanish Fish Soup with Orange, Hungarian Cherry Soup, and Japanese-style Noodle Soup. It provides a complete guide to ingredients and how to use them, and step-by-step instructions for making your own delicious stocks and creative garnishes. It is superbly illustrated with over 1200 specially commissioned photographs of every dish. This lavishly illustrated volume is the ultimate guide to soup-making, with mouthwatering ideas from all around the world. The book opens with a complete guide to ingredients, techniques and equipment, and includes instructions for making your own basic stocks and creative garnishes. The recipes are divided into chapters according to style and main ingredients, such as: light and refreshing; hot and spicy; creamy vegetable; winter warming; noodle; tofu; shellfish; and egg and cheese. With over 1200 superb photographs illustrating more than 300 soup recipes, there are plenty of fresh, new ideas for both everyday eating and special occasions.