Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking
by Marcella Hazan, Karin Kretschmann
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking by Marcella Hazan, Karin Kretschmann holds a highly rated rating of 4.26 out of 5, based on 10.7K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 704 pages.
About Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking
The most important, consulted, and enjoyed Italian cookbook of all time, from the woman who introduced Americans to a whole new world of Italian food.Essentials of Italian Cooking is a culinary bible for anyone looking to master the art of Italian cooking, bringing together Marcella Hazan’s most beloved books, The Classic Italian Cook Book and More Classic Italian Cooking, in a single volume, updated and expanded with new entries and 50 new recipes. Designed as a basic manual for cooks of all levels of expertise—from beginners to accomplished professionals—it offers both an accessible and comprehensive guide to techniques and ingredients and a collection of the most delicious recipes from the Italian repertoire. As home cooks who have used Marcella’s classic books for years (and whose copies are now splattered and worn) know, there is no one more gifted at teaching us just what we need to know about the taste and texture of a dish and how to achieve it, and there is no one more passionate and inspiring about authentic Italian food.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Marcella Hazan, Karin Kretschmann |
| Published | 1992 |
| Pages | 704 |
| Genres | Cookbooks, Non-Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.26 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,729 |
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What genre is Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking?
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking is categorized as Cookbooks, Non-Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Cookbooks.
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Based on 10.7K reader ratings, Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking has an average score of 4.26 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking?
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking has 704 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking?
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking was written by Marcella Hazan, Karin Kretschmann. It was first published in 1992.
What is the ISBN for Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking?
The ISBN-13 for Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking is 9780394584040.0.
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