Pasta proves that fast food doesn't have to be takeout when you have pasta in the pantry. Each recipe is categorized according to cooking time-no-cook, quick-cook, and slow-cook-and organized by ingredient so you can select a recipe according to what's in your pantry or what's in season. Every recipe is illustrated with a sumptuous, mouth-watering photograph of the finished dish. The emphasis in on widely available ingredients, easy recipes, and time-saving tips that will have you stirring up...
Pasta proves that fast food doesn't have to be takeout when you have pasta in the pantry. Each recipe is categorized according to cooking time-no-cook, quick-cook, and slow-cook-and organized by ingredient so you can select a recipe according to what's in your pantry or what's in season. Every recipe is illustrated with a sumptuous, mouth-watering photograph of the finished dish. The emphasis in on widely available ingredients, easy recipes, and time-saving tips that will have you stirring up fast, fresh, and fabulous sauces in the time it takes to boil water.Author Biography: Eric Treuille was born in Cahors in southwest France. At the age of 13, he was apprenticed to the city's charcuterie-traiteur (caterer). There he mastered the art of classic French cooking, going on to complete his culinary studies in Paris. He has worked as a chef from Paris to London and is the author of several books including DK's Hors d'Oeurveres, Grilling, and Ultimate Bread. Anna Del Conte is the author of 12 noted books on Italian cooking, and has received many cookbook-writing awards.
Introduction 6Notes from the Cooks 7The PastaThe Ten Commandments 8The Tools-Pasta in the Kitchen 10The Tools-Pasta at the Table 12Which Pasta? 14Which Sauce? 15Long Pasta-Strands and Ribbons 16Short Pasta-Tubes and Shapes 18How Much Pasta? 20The Salt 21The Boil 22The Bite 23The Drain 24The Toss 25The RecipesPasta with Tomatoes 28Pasta with Butter and Cheese 44Pasta with Mushrooms 54Pasta with Seafood 62Pasta with Meat 78Pasta with Olives and Olive Oil 96Pasta with Greens and Herbs 102Pasta with Beans and Lentils 120Pasta with Garlic 126Pasta with Peppers and Eggplant 132Fresh and Filled Pasta 142Think Ahead Tips 148Pasta in the Pantry 150Pasta Planner 152Pasta on the Menu 154The Chop-Size Guide 156The Skills-Top Tips 158Notes from the Cooks on Ingredients 160Index 162Mail Order Sources 167How We Make Our Books 168