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Summary: Don't miss it!
Review: A terrific book! I have had this book for about 2 weeks and have already cooked out of it four times. (Which is more than I can say about most of the cookbooks I own.) The food is fairly simple but the combinations of flavors are not. This book is definitely opening my mind to new possibilities in my cooking. I made the duck breasts with braised celery knowing that I would like the duck, but feeling a little ambivalent about the braised celery. It was incredible. Everything I have made has been absolutely delicious. I can't wait to try more!
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Summary: Charlie Trotter Cooks at Home
Review: Charlie Trotter does it again! His books are truly amazing. I have cooked from Charlie Trotter's cookbooks thorough out the years. The recipes are challenging and inspiring. But when I started to cook from this new book, I was delighted to discover how user friendly and doable the dishes really were! My 13 year old son even made me a meal for my birthday from the book! The panko and ginger crusted chicken was one of my favorites. This is a book that will certainly get a lot of use in my kitchen. Thanks Charlie!
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Summary: Great book for people who want to make an interesting meal
Review: Chef Trotter is a man who will write great books for all chefs. His book is similar to Gourmet Cooking for Dummies. He is an amazing person and amazing chef.
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Summary: As close as you can get to an easy Trotter cookbook
Review: Considering the unworldly nature of Trotter's other cookbooks, it is a wonder he could dumb it down as much as he could for this cookbook. Although this is far and away the most accessible of his books, nonetheless it is not intended for a novice cook. Most of the recipes are within the realm of possibility, and some are actually pretty basic. For a change, the recipes won't make you want to launch the book across the room in frustration. One wonders why Trotter can't do more books like these rather than indulging in the culinary delusions masquerading as cookbooks.
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Summary: As close as you can get to an easy Trotter cookbook
Review: Considering the unworldly nature of Trotter's other cookbooks, it is a wonder he could dumb it down as much as he could for this cookbook. Although this is far and away the most accessible of his books, nonetheless it is not intended for a novice cook. Most of the recipes are within the realm of possibility, and some are actually pretty basic. For a change, the recipes won't make you want to launch the book across the room in frustration. One wonders why Trotter can't do more books like these rather than indulging in the culinary delusions masquerading as cookbooks.
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Summary: A must-have for a budding foodie
Review: Despite being a resident of Chicago for four years, I only recently made my pilgrimage to Charlie Trotter's. Given the high expectations going in, it still amazes me that his restaurant was still able to exceed all of them.However, that dining experience was not my first with Charlie Trotter. I have owned Charlie Trotter Cooks at Home for over a year and have tried three to four recipes from each section (Starters, Entrees, and Desserts) of his book. With the book, a person can transport some of the amazing flavors and techniques into the home, yet not to be intimidated. The ingredient list for each recipe is reasonable since you can find 95% of the ingredients at the local supermarket. The cooking techniques are simple enough for someone who has comfortably advanced beyond cooking with a microwave. Each recipe ends with a simple insight offering information about the ingredients, techniques, or substitutions. The recipes offer a solid repertoire which you can cook regularly. In fact, Trotter includes sample menus and wine pairings. After getting the recipes down, don't be afraid to experiment because that is what cooking is all about. Then you will really be able to impress your friends.
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Summary: A must-have for a budding foodie
Review: Despite being a resident of Chicago for four years, I only recently made my pilgrimage to Charlie Trotter's. Given the high expectations going in, it still amazes me that his restaurant was still able to exceed all of them. However, that dining experience was not my first with Charlie Trotter. I have owned Charlie Trotter Cooks at Home for over a year and have tried three to four recipes from each section (Starters, Entrees, and Desserts) of his book. With the book, a person can transport some of the amazing flavors and techniques into the home, yet not to be intimidated. The ingredient list for each recipe is reasonable since you can find 95% of the ingredients at the local supermarket. The cooking techniques are simple enough for someone who has comfortably advanced beyond cooking with a microwave. Each recipe ends with a simple insight offering information about the ingredients, techniques, or substitutions. The recipes offer a solid repertoire which you can cook regularly. In fact, Trotter includes sample menus and wine pairings. After getting the recipes down, don't be afraid to experiment because that is what cooking is all about. Then you will really be able impress your friends.
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Summary: Absolutely Fantastic and Inspiring
Review: Finally a book that makes fine food more accesible for those of us out here in the wild wild west. I have been a fan of Charlie Trotter's for many years and until now have had a difficult time emulating his recipes due to the availability of my resources. Thank you for giving a new twist to my dinner menu.
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Summary: SYNOPSIS AND AUTHOR INFORMATION
Review: For those of you who've treasured Charlie Trotter's deluxe-edition books, while never daring to take them from the coffee table into the kitchen, it's time to sharpen the knives and get that shopping list together, because the best in gourmet cooking is on its way with CHARLIE TROTTER COOKS AT HOME! Trotter begins with master classes on the basic methods of preparing food, from braising to grilling to sautéing, and then moves on to the three main sections of the book-Starters, Entrees, and Desserts-each focusing on basic ingredients and classic cooking techniques. With CHARLIE TROTTER COOKS AT HOME, you'll have a master recipe for every occasion and be equipped with the know-how to pull off sophisticated, yet remarkably simple cuisine in your own home. •Features over 150 of Trotter's showstopping recipes, with streamlined instructions and basic ingredients for the home chef. •Trotter offers easy-to-follow advice on preparing multicourse meals at home, and helps you choose the perfect wine for each dish. •Charlie Trotter's was nominated for 5 James Beard Awards in 2000, including the Outstanding Restaurant Award and 3 nominations for KITCHEN SESSIONS WITH CHARLIE TROTTER (Best Chef Book, Best Food Photography, and Best Cooking Show).
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Summary: You mean Charlie Trotter GOES home??
Review: He is known for his exquisitely complicated cookbooks. He is known for having the precision of a culinary neurosurgeon in his uber-elegant restaurant in Chicago. He is not known as being a casual home cook, but look! Here's proof that he is as good at doing "simple" as he is at doing "spectacular"! Save your copies of his other cookbooks (Charlie Trotter's, Vegetables, Seafood, Kitchen Sessions) for inspirational dinner party planning and haul this great new book out for fun (and accessible!) everyday cooking. Charlie Trotter's savvy tips and tricks will liven up your dinner routine and get you thinking like a chef!
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