Books in Cook's Illustrated Cookbooks series

Master 50 simple concepts to ensure success in the kitchen. Unlock a lifetime of successful cooking with this groundbreaking new volume from the editors of Cook's Illustrated, the magazine that put food science on the map. Organized around 50 core principles our test cooks use to develop foolproof recipes, The Science of Good Cooking is a radical new approach to teaching the fundamentals of the kitchen. Fifty unique experiments from the test kitchen bring the science to life, and more than 400 landmark Cook's Illustrated recipes (such as Old-Fashioned Burgers, Classic Mashed Potatoes, andPerfect Chocolate Chip Cookies) illustrate each of the basic principles at work. These experiments range from simple to playful to innovative - showing you why you should fold (versus stir) batter for chewy brownies, why you whip egg whites with sugar, and why the simple addition of salt can make meat juicy. A lifetime of experience isn't the prerequisite for becoming a good cook; knowledge is. Think of this as an owner's manual for your kitchen.

The ultimate recipe resource: an indispensable treasury of more than 2,000 foolproof recipes and 150 test kitchen discoveries from the pages of Cook's Illustrated magazine. There is a lot to know about cooking, more than can be learned in a lifetime, and for the last 20 years we have been eager to share our discoveries with you, our friends and readers. The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook represents the fruit of that labor. It contains 2,000 recipes, representing almost our entire repertoire. Looking back over this work as we edited this volume, we were reminded of some of our greatest hits, from Foolproof Pie Dough (we add vodka for an easy-to-roll-out but flaky crust), innumerable recipes based on brining and salting meats (our Brined Thanksgiving Turkey in 1993 launched a nationwide trend), Slow-Roasted Beef(we salt a roast a day in advance and then use a very low oven to promote a tender, juicy result), Poached Salmon (a very shallow poaching liquid steams the fish instead of simmering it in water and robbing it of flavor), and the Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies (we brown the butter for better flavor). Our editors handpicked more than 2,000 recipes from the pages of the magazine to form this wide-ranging compendium of our greatest hits. More than just a great collection of foolproof recipes, The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook is also an authoritative cooking reference with clear hand-drawn illustrations for preparing the perfect omelet, carving a turkey, removing meat from lobsters, frosting a layer cake, shaping sandwich bread, and more. 150 test kitchen tips throughout the book solve real home-cooking problems such as how to revive tired herbs, why you shouldn't buy trimmed leeks, what you need to know about freezing and thawing chicken, when to rinse rice, and the best method for seasoning cast-iron (you can even run it through the dishwasher). An essential collection for fans of Cook's Illustrated (and any discerning cook), The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook will keep you cooking for a lifetime - and guarantees impeccable results.

The popular all-in-one baking book is now in full color! Now you can find it all at your fingertips—450+ definitive recipes for all your favorite cookies, cakes, pies, tarts, breads, pizza, and more, along with kitchen-tested techniques that will transform your baking. Recipes range from easy (drop cookies and no-knead bread) to more ambitious (authentic croissants and dacquoise) and our trademark expertise shines through each one. Discover why spreading the dough and then sprinkling the berries leads to better Blueberry Scones, why cubed versus shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese makes all the difference in our irresistible Cheese Bread, how we found three ways to squeeze more lemon flavor into our Lemon Bundt Cake, and how to keep the best Buttermilk Waffles your family will ever taste warm and crispy. An illustrated Baking Basics chapter at the front of the book provides information on key ingredients and equipment and lays the groundwork for a lifetime of baking success. A shopping guide at the back recommends favorite go-to brands. These recipes represent all the wisdom of the bakers that came before us as well as all we've learned through literally thousands of trial-and-error sessions in our kitchens.

Featuring useful information on buying, ripening, storing, and working with unusual ingredients, The Illustrated Cook's Book of Ingredients serves as an invaluable reference for food lovers and cooks intent on making the most of all the ingredients available today. With more than 250 recipes featuring key ingredients, along with background information about the journey from field to plate, The Illustrated Cook's Book of Ingredients is perfect for foodies and home cooks looking to take their cooking to the next level.

Short Stories, Fun Facts, Activities and more!This is a compilation of previously released short stories for children. It is filled with bedtime stories, interesting illustrations, fun facts and activities. These read along stories are great for early readers.Each story teaches your child an important value to develop strong character.Main Features:20 fun short stories for childrenFun activities after each storyColorful illustrationsIdeal for early and beginner readersFun factsWhat Am I Guessing GamesIncluded stories:The Lost and Found BallPostman Ben’s BiscuitLittle Bella to the RescueFelix and JennieMessy Sasha Helping Each OtherSam and the FluteListening to MamaMurphy and LilyHonesty is best Olly Needs A FriendWilfred the Whale Helps Tim the TurtleFrank and the RaceTim and the NecklaceForgive OthersNate and the BullyI want it too!Jack Learns his LessonStranger or Friend?Moby's PictureEnjoy these stories with your child today.The stories in this book were previously released in these separate books:Charlie the Dog: Short Stories For Kids (Bedtime Stories For Kids Book 1)Oliver the Tiger: Short Stories For Kids (Bedtime Stories For Kids Book 2)Danny the Dolphin: Short Stories For Kids (Bedtime Stories For Kids Book 3)Nate the Monster: Short Stories For Kids (Bedtime Stories For Kids Book 4)