Sur La Table’s Things Cooks Love: Implements, Ingredients, Recipes

Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC 2008 $35.

To order: www.surlatable.com

Things Cooks Love is the first in a series of books from the cookware retailer Sur La Table. It speaks to the love cooks have for the tools they use to prepare meals. Unlike any other cookbook, this one is cookware driven with detailed information on over 60 pieces of cookware plus two accompanying recipes. There is even an entry for alternatives if you don’t own the cookware but would like to try the recipes. This book is more than about cookware and recipes. There are guides to ingredients used throughout and helpful side bars with tips.

Recipe Sampler:

·        Winter Vegetable Stew with Moroccan Flavors

·        Boneless Roasted Leg of Lamb with White Beans and Orange Gremolata

·        Five Spice-Smoked Pork Tenderloins

·        Kabocha Squash Soup with Toasted Cumin and Chiles

·        Jicama and Carrot Slaw with Fresh Pineapple and Cilantro

Praise for Things Cooks Love

“A book chock-full of mouthwatering recipes and really important equipment information for a cooking store that I really love. If you thought that the store wasn’t perfect enough, check out the book” Jamie Oliver, celebrity chef

“This great, visually over the top book combines tools, recipes, and food photos in a way that give me kitchen inspiration and makes me hungry to both eat and cook at the same time.” Marie Batali, chef/author/entrepreneur