From Scratch: An Introduction to French Breads Cheeses Preserves Pickles Charcuterie Condiments Yogurts Sweets and More

About this book

Whether its bread or bouillons infusions or ice cream smoked salmon or sausages: preparing French-style handmade homemade food is satisfying and simple. This gorgeous cookbook presents 120 recipes for everything from fresh yogurts cheeses pastas and pickles to compotes conserves confit and charcuterie. With these easy artisanal techniques even inexperienced cooks can create delicious authentic French cuisine. Recipes include:Breads: Baguettes brioches white whole wheat Condiments: Chutneys compound butters infused olive oils and vinegars seasoned salts ketchup mayonnaise Confections: Almond cookies cereal bars gluten-free granola ice creams and sorbets muesli spice bread Charcuterie: Dried ham homemade sausage smoked salmon terrines Fresh Cheeses and Yogurts: Mascarpone chevre vanilla yogurt Greek yogurt Jams: Apple/banana and other compotes; apricot raspberry and strawberry preserves; caramel chestnut cream; chocolate-based spreads; lemon curd marmalade Pasta: Tagliatelle and other shapes; flavored with spinach tomato or rosemary; fresh sauces Pickles and More: Dried tomatoes stuffed peppers marinated feta olives preserved vegetables