Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol.1: Volume 1

Purchased as a gift. A must have book.

I bought this book after watching the film 'Julie and Julia' and I'm not disappointed with the in depth methods described in each recipe. It's rather quaint the way the ingredients are listed down the side of each page, along side the methods. In fact, it beats looking up and down the page as you follow a recipe for the first time, something which irritates me in the more conventional cookery books as I find it easy to get lost sometimes. As for the recipes themselves, they are truly inspirational and informative, even for experienced cooks like myself. There is something there for everyone to pick up on and learn. I love the sauces section - it's too easy these days to 'cheat' with ready made products,but, this book has shown me how easy it is to do them for yourself all over again. When you think about it, how many dishes do you eat out at fancy restaurants that have these sauces at the heart of their recipes? Once I've been through this book I'll definitely be buying volume two! And one more tip, I've invested in a good, quality cast iron casserole dish which cooked Julia's roast chicken with divine flavours! A must for this sort of cuisine I feel - quality cast iron to bring out the flavours!

One of the most famous French cooking books and for good reason, easy to follow and good traditional French foods. Some recipes can take a long time so beware.

I have been using this book since it was first published in the U.K. in the 1960's. I have worn out two paperback versions so have opted for this hardback copy. The recipes, although classic french, are easy to follow and give sublime results. The quiche (pate brisee) pastry just has to be tasted and no bought or restaurant quiche pastry compares with its crisp buttery texture. The bifteck hache a la Lyonnaise (beefburgers) have been a family favourite for years and I have never tasted anywhere any sautee potatoes better than the ones I cook in butter using the recipe from this book. You will certainly be complimented on your cooking if you use this book. I couldn't be without it!

Good purchase if you are a fan of Julia’s and like collecting cookery books !!!!

Although this book was written last century, many of the recipes and procedures have not changed, and Julia Childs remains one of the forerunners in the cookery world!

What an experience to go through this amazing homage to French Cuisine. It is as relevant today, as it was when it was compiled by the authors. I love the simplicity of the instructions, with clear concise steps. I bought this book simply to learn to cook some of stews that I have wanted to try. But there are so many excellent recipes! I love simple wonderful food - and there is plenty of recipes here. What an excellent buy! And at a good price.

Enjoyed this book; would have liked it more if the pages stayed put but sadly each time I turned a page, it came away from the spine! It looks brand new too

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Comme beaucoup de personnes, j'ai acheté ce livre suite au visionnement du film "Julie et Julia". Guidée par les commentaires des autres acheteurs, je me suis lancée et je ne le regrette pas. N'étant pas une grande cuisinière, je redécouvre des petits plats simples et d'autres plus élaborés. Il est vrai que le fait que les recettes soient en anglais déroute un peu au départ, mais en fait on découvre que ce sont toujours les mêmes termes qui reviennent et j'ai vite pris le rythme. Ma famille aussi se régale (ce qui n'est pas gagné d'avance) et Julia Child est devenue une célébrité à notre table. Les recettes sont très détaillées (mais pas de photos), vraiment pour des novices. Je suis ravie de mon achat et je recommande vivement ce livre!

Mastering the art of fench cooking es un clásico de la cocina francesa que no defrauda. Las recetas están perfectamente explicadas y dividas por grupos de ingredientes, lo que hace la planificación mucho más fácil. Además especifica hasta que punto pueden prepararse con antelación. Se nota la pasión por la cocina en sus explicaciones y en las ilustraciones que son muy gráficas y didácticas.

Libro con copertina rigida di grande qualità! Le ricette sono scritte in inglese e questo volume insieme al secondo. O tengono tutte le ricette della tradizione francese!! Regalo perfetto per gli amanti della cucina ⭐️

A versão mais barata, sem capa dura, tem um material muito, mas muito vagabundo. Sei que a diferença de preço é gritante, mas fiquei decepcionada. Se eu soubesse que seria assim, teria gasto mais e comprado o de capa dura...