Tools for Cooks

With the burgeoning selections of tools and kitchen gadgets now available, many cooks find it necessary to go back to basics and learn how to choose the best tool for each job, in turn producing better cooking skills and results. There is no substitute for a well-crafted tool and this book provides the essential information for evaluating and choosing new tools and cookware--whether it is the humble potato peeler or an expensive food processor. Featuring basic cooking gadgets, recipes from both the author and guest chefs, and tips for a complete kitchen, this is the essential culinary manual for today's cook. Illustrations of more than 100 key cookery techniques accompanies expert guidance for the novice and proficient cook on using every tool featured.