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- 338 Seiten
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An illuminating look at olive oil with 100 recipes from the country's leading authority on the subject.





An illuminating look at olive oil with 100 recipes from the country's leading authority on the subject.
The book offers an immersive exploration of Southern Italy, highlighting its unique culinary traditions distinct from Tuscany and Northern Italy. Through rich descriptions, it captures local features like fish markets, olive oil presses, and bakeries, while intertwining folklore and traditions that shape the region's cuisine. Readers will find a diverse collection of recipes, including focaccias, pizzas, soups, sauces, seafood, meats, and desserts, showcasing the vibrant flavors and unspoiled charm of this lesser-known part of Italy.
How Regional Cooks Transform Key Ingredients Into the World's Favorite Cuisines
Focusing on core ingredients and foodways, this book delves into the diverse cuisines of the Mediterranean. Nancy Harmon Jenkins shares her insights on how food is grown, prepared, and enjoyed, emphasizing a cultural attitude that combines respect, integrity, enthusiasm, and joy. Through her exploration, she encourages readers and cooks to adopt this Mediterranean approach to food, bridging culinary traditions across the Atlantic.
Discusses the nutritional and health benefits of Mediterranean culinary practices and presents two hundred recipes adapted for the modern American kitchen