Cooking by James Peterson

Ten Speed Press
ISBM: 9781580087896
2007
Cooking
www.tenspeed.com

Reviewed by Bob Walch

Although COOKING is somewhat pricey this cookbook returns exceptional value. When you factor in the 600 recipes and 1,500 photos in this 534 page cookbook, the cost isn't that big a deal. In fact, given what you get, some folks would call this a bargain!

Here's a sampling of what you'll find in COOKING: 28 recipes for shell fish and 24 for regular fish, 55 ways to prepare various veggies, 32 salads, 40 broths and soups, and over 80 special dessert and cookie recipes.

The only problem I have with this book is its size. Although it fit comfortably on the coffee table in my living room, it takes up too much space on the kitchen counter.

The easiest way of overcoming this problem is to make a working outline of the recipe ingredients and preparation instructions on a sheet of paper and then take that into the work area. This is an added step, but it does force you to familiarize yourself with the recipe before actually trying it.

Favorite recipes: Thai Cucumber Salad, Lamb Stew with Indian Spices, Red Wine Pot Roast, Cream and Yogurt, Mushroom and Sausage Gratin, and Crisp Puff Pastry Apple Tart.