The Inquisitive Cook

Download or read book The Inquisitive Cook written by Anne Gardiner and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1998-08-15 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a light, anecdotal, but highly informative style, seasoned cooking writers reveal the unexpected and always practical science of the kitchen. Covered are such subjects as the amazing alchemy of granules and powders, the astonishing egg, the effects on food of different cooking methods, the biology and psychology of flavor, the remarkable chemistry of doughs, spices, and much, much more. Amusing anecdotes, sidebars and illustrations en-liven the text. Throughout, there are "cook's queries," quick tips, and even recipes that will delight anyone interested in becoming a more knowledgable cook.