Cooking Techniques

It's no secret a lot of people are stressed out about making food. Not understanding how to navigate the kitchen, recipes, and ways to cook can make it more intimidating. But the problem is that we still have to eat, no matter how much we try to avoid it. Do you want to spend less time in the kitchen with better results?

The spectacular culinary creations of modern cuisine are the stuff of countless articles and social media feeds. But to a scientist they are also perfect pedagogical explorations into the basic scientific principles of cooking. In Science and Cooking, Harvard professors Michael Brenner, Pia Sörensen, and David Weitz bring the classroom to your kitchen to teach the physics and chemistry underlying every recipe.

Tabitha Brown, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Feeding the Soul, presents her first cookbook—full of easy, family-friendly vegan recipes and stories from the spirit, inspired by her health journey and love of delicious food.

On July 12th, 1776, Captain James Cook, already lionized as the greatest explorer in British history, set off on his third voyage in his ship the HMS Resolution. Two-and-a-half years later, on a beach on the island of Hawaii, Cook was killed in a conflict with native Hawaiians. How did Cook, who was unique among captains for his respect for Indigenous peoples and cultures, come to that fatal moment? Hampton Sides’ bravura account of Cook’s last journey both wrestles with Cook’s legacy and provides a thrilling narrative of the titanic efforts and continual danger that characterized exploration.

A visionary new master class in cooking that distills decades of professional experience into just four simple elements, from the woman declared "America's next great cooking teacher" by Alice Waters.

Last summer, The New Yorker published chef Anthony Bourdain's shocking, "Don't Eat Before Reading This." Now, the author uses the same "take-no-prisoners" attitude in his deliciously funny and shockingly delectable audiobook, sure to delight gourmands and philistines alike.

Author Cory Franklin, MD, who headed the hospital's intensive care unit from the 1970s through the 1990s, shares his most unique and bizarre experiences, including the deadly Chicago heatwave of 1995, treating the first AIDS patients in the country before the disease was diagnosed, the nurse with rare Munchausen syndrome, the only surviving ricin victim, and the professor with Alzheimer's hiding the effects of the wrong medication.

Two Books in One: Everything You Need to Master Sourdough Baking! What if you could bake the most delicious sourdough bread, pizza, and pastries—all from scratch? With this amazing bundle, you’ll get two books in one, giving you everything you need to become a sourdough expert, whether a total beginner or an experienced baker. What’s Included in This Bundle? Sourdough Starter for Beginners Learn how to create and care for your sourdough starter. Step-by-step guidance to make perfect bread, pizza, pancakes, and more. Troubleshooting tips to handle common issues and ensure success every...

The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words.

Are you ready to transform your diet, save time, and revitalize your health with the ultimate guide to meal prepping? "Mastering the Meal Prep Game" is your all-in-one solution for navigating the bustling maze of dietary choices, busy schedules, and the ever-teasing temptation to resort to unhealthy eating habits. Unlock the secrets to a seamlessly structured routine that fits your fast-paced lifestyle with our journey through meal planning. Begin by embracing the philosophy and bountiful benefits that will set you up for a lifetime of success. Delve into assessing your individual dietary ...

Southern food is integral to the American culinary tradition, yet the question of who "owns" it is one of the most provocative touch points in our ongoing struggles over race. In this unique memoir, culinary historian Michael W. Twitty takes listeners to the white-hot center of this fight, tracing the roots of his own family and the charged politics surrounding the origins of soul food, barbecue, and all Southern cuisine. From the tobacco and rice farms of colonial times to plantation kitchens and backbreaking cotton fields, Twitty tells his family story.

As Serious Eats's culinary nerd-in-residence, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt has pondered all these questions and more. Kenji shows that often, conventional methods don't work that well, and home cooks can achieve far better results using new - but simple - techniques. In hundreds of easy-to-make recipes, you will find out how to make foolproof Hollandaise sauce in just two minutes, how to transform one simple tomato sauce into a half dozen dishes, how to make the crispiest, creamiest potato casserole ever conceived, and much more.

This best-selling classic by internationally acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children includes fresh insights and suggestions, as well as the author’s time-tested methods to solve common problems and build foundations for lasting relationships.

Prepare to ignite your cooking practices as you embark on a gastronomic journey through time! Introducing "Cooking Through Time," your comprehensive guide to triggering a culinary evolution within your kitchen. This captivating eBook will lure you into the realm of primitive cooking techniques, blending ancient wisdom with our present understanding of food science! Discover the primal relationship between fire and cookery in Chapter 2, where your journey really ignites, delving deep into the mysteries of preparing fire for cooking and mastering techniques using direct fire. Your adventure ...

From cameraman to chef, musician to food scientist, Alton Brown has had a diverse and remarkable career. His work on the Food Network, including creating Good Eats and hosting Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen, has resonated with countless viewers and home cooks. Now, he shares exactly what’s on his mind, mixing compelling anecdotes from his personal and professional life with in-depth observations on the culinary world, film, personal style, defining meals of his lifetime, and much more.

Discover the unparalleled joy of outdoor cooking with "Outdoor Feasts," the comprehensive eBook guide that promises to ignite your culinary passion and transform every outdoor meal into a memorable experience. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a novice eager to explore the world of open-air culinary traditions, this captivating guide will take you on a journey through the art and heart of cooking under the open sky. Embrace the origins of alfresco dining in the first chapter, which delves into the historical roots of cooking with nature as your backdrop. Learn about the health ...

Laboratory precision meets culinary creativity in this comprehensive exploration of the science that transforms raw ingredients into the foods we love. This book bridges the gap between complex food science and everyday cooking, making the fundamentals of molecular gastronomy accessible to both home cooks and culinary professionals. Through clear, engaging prose, readers unravel the mysteries behind common cooking phenomena - from why meat browns to how emulsions hold together. Each section explores fundamental principles like the Maillard reaction, protein denaturation, and enzymatic ...

Make Dinner-Time the Best Time. Get your copy of the best and most unique Dinner recipes from Chef Maggie Chow! Are you ready for a unique and tasty Dinner you look forward to eating? Then come take a journey with me into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all my cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Dinner. The Easy Dinner Cookbook is a complete set of simple but very unique Dinner recipes for all types of pastas, meats, and casseroles. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite...

Eli "Nacho" Naches is a fearsome assassin who has lost everything in a post-apocalyptic world full of monstrous creatures. He knows where he fits in this horror show, and he’s only been hanging around to see what’s going to be thrown at him next. When he’s finally put in chains and sent to the chopping block, he goes readily...only to be unexpectedly sent back in time to his younger body with his memories intact and the chance to make a difference.

Discover the Ancient Technique of Stir Frying. Get your copy of the best and most unique Stir Fry recipes from BookSumo Press! Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Stir Fry. Stir Fry Recipes is a complete set of simple but very unique Stir Fry recipes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing. Besides recipes you will learn about the following: Historical Roots Stir Fry Cooking Nutritional ...