Beard on Pasta (James Beard Library of Great American Cooking)

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Summary: Questions Answered!
Review: I had a number of questions regarding pasta. Every time I made pasta something different would happen. This book answered my questions and some I didn't even know I had! He teaches you how to make pasta by hand and by many different machines. He recommends trying all of the methods to find what works best for you. I have not tried many of the sauces yet, but I like the variety available. He believes that pasta is not just for Italian dishes and includes sauce recipes for many ethnicities. For novice pasta makers this is the book to have!

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Summary: Interesting and useful
Review: This cookbook has stood the test of time. It goes to show that one does not need a glossy cookbook to produce top quality pasta. What you need is solid advice, and recipes that work. Buy this book and that is what you will get.

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Summary: A must have for anyone who prepares pasta!
Review: This is a great little book from one of the greats. Any cook or chef would be very happy to have this. Many international recipes which he describes in an unpretentious way. Very easy and clear. No photos.....He doesn't need them - the titles alone are mouthwatering enough. I wish Amazon would put the contents of the books! Here is the Beard on Pasta....MAKING PASTA, PASTA IN BROTH, MAINLY VEGETABLE, FISH AND SEAFOOD, MEATS, EGGS AND CHEESE, STUFFED PASTAS, COLD PASTAS, SMALL SAUCINGS, DESSERTS, FOOD SUPPLIERS.

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Summary: In constant use in my kitchen
Review: This is one of my cookbooks which never gets put away. I proposed over a serving of the Pesto, and now my kids demand the macaroni and cheese. Some of the dishes seem like crazy combinations, but have become pot luck favorites. The pastitisio and the basil lasagne were big hits. No clunkers here.

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Summary: Beard on Pasta
Review: This is one of my favorite cookbooks. The recipe for Pasta and Beans is something of a winter staple in my house. Just like Mr. Beard told me, I serve it with red wine and good bread. The macaroni and cheese is also great as well as the fish stew...