Great Book on Cooking Techniques
931080
This isn't really a cookbook, it's a book on the science behind cooking. There are recipes, but they aren't the focus of the book. The point of the book is to teach you cooking techniques so you can build your own recipes. If you're like me and rarely follow recipes exactly as written, this is the book for you. There is also some info on what kind of things to look for when buying cookware.
The only problem I have is that when I want to find one of the recipes in the book it is very difficult to do so. The book is arranged by cooking technique and the recipes usually have humorous names. If you can remember the name it's no problem, just look it up in the index. It would be great if there was a cross-refence arranged by food types to help you find recipes.
I love the author's TV show, "Good Eats" so I thought I would get this book. If you like the show you will like this book. It has all the things I love-- cooking, science and humor.
3899742
Modeled after his show, this book gets very focused into cooking techniques that exposes the chemistry going on behind the scenes.  Alton Brown's knowledge, references, and wit make for a great read that is both educational and humorous.  This book, which also includes a number of recipes, will help you understand how to avoid catastrophe and take on more in the kitchen than you ever thought you could.  The book is especially good in encouraging anyone who hasn't experimented with different cuts of meat, to do so.  It's informative, without being so scientific that its confusing to get through.  After you read this, buy Shirley Corriher's "Cookwise", for greater detail and even more interesting recipes.
397268
This book is amazing. The techniques section teaches you how far you need to go to get the best flavors for your core ingredients.
The recipes of course are delicious. A great way to go through the book is to pick a recipe, and then focus on the projects for preparing the core ingredients as needed.
3029968
I like that he teaches you techniques and flavor combinations that will allow u to make up your own recipes and meals. Great book.
4698074
This is a great way to make delicious meals that are easy to prepare.  I've learned a lot from this book.  I've always thought cooking was something hard and laborious.  Ben makes it easy and makes you look good in the kitchen.  His air-fryer tips are a life saver.  I've used a few of the recipes for guest and came off looking like a Gladiator in the kitchen. Definite recommend!
2970497
A wonderful book for those who want to learn how to cook and practise !<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Culinary-Fundamentals/dp/0131180118/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Culinary Fundamentals</a>
2927041
I collect cookbooks from vintage to new.  I have also watched America's Test Kitchen show for a while and I like their clear and understandable format.
I was delighted to see their book, How to Roast Everything.
The hardcover book is a veritable treatise on how to roast meats and vegetables.  I initially thought the information and recipes would be too basic but I was wrong:  there are some great tips and techniques here.

I make it a rule that I have to try at least three recipes in every cookbook I bring into my house.  In this case, I tried the Tandoori Chicken, Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Roast Beef Tenderloin with Mushrooms.  But these turned out so good that I tried other sides like Roasted Carrots and Fennel and Sauces like the Chimichurri.

I know I will be turning to this book around Thanksgiving when it comes time to prepare my turkey.

The book is very easy to read with full sized pictures and well organized text.  I expect this will become one of my go-to books.

I would recommend it.
2950077
Love this book. We have several BBQ books and this one not only has fantastic recipes but it's a great read too. Lots of tips and techniques. I highly recommend this book.
4471362
The author wasn't lying when he titled this book "The Greatest Basic Cooking Techniques Everybody Can Do." This book is full of simple and delicious techniques for making numerous dishes from chicken to blanched veggies to eggs. If you're new to cooking or just looking to improve your skills, this book is for you!
2999180
I bought this book as well as "La Technique" not knowing it's basically the same book. However they're both great and I've learned so much from them. I was surprised at how many of the techniques I already knew just from watching cooking shows my whole life. There is still a lot to learn nonetheless.
1098097
I'm not a professional chef but I do love to cook.  After reading the reviews, ordered a copy for myself and am very glad I did.  Full of tips and techniques that even home chefs can use.  Receipes are geared toward large (restaurant) portions so you can either cut in half or just freeze the leftovers.  A+.
3799188
I love this book!!!!  I love the recipes and instruction.  I especially love the canning section.  Everyone who loves cooking should own this book!
3177318
I am a beginner smoker and this book has taught me some amazing techniques.  I have watched a variety of competition BBQ teams and they should purchase this book and take some techniques from a PRO.  It is so user friendly and great tips from basic to culinary greatness.  I have used several of the recipes in the back and they try out perfect every time.  I HIGHLY recommend it for the beginner to the expert.
2984201
I learned more practical tips to improve my cooking reading this book than I had learned in over 20 years of cooking.  And understanding the why makes the tips easier to remember.  Presents each tip, then example recipes, then explains why the recipes work and ends by demonstrating the principle with a pithy sometimes humorous expwriment
3787424
As most of the Cook's Illustrated books, I have learned so much in general about the cooking topic. In this case, I have learned general ways to cook leaner, healthier meals for my family.  The authors go through a lot of discussions on process, utensils, and ingredients that makes the reader understand what works, and what doesn't, and most importantly, WHY it works or doesn't. From this you can bring these ideas onto other recipes that you love.  For instance, I have used some of the techniques in the quick bread section (banana bread, zucchini bread) to other baking recipes.  I also really like the addition of lima beans in the guacamole recipe.  You really don't even notice a big difference, and it is a sneaky way to get more variety into a picky toddlers diet.

I look forward to exploring this book in the years to come.
4834700
Great book for people who love to learn and in particular want to learn how to really cook!
This is an approach to cooking not a wiki of recipes. Each recipe is used to highlight a particular skill or concept.
I love it so much I have bought a paper version as well as the digital.
3778501
The book is not like the usual cookbooks because the author gives us a short introduction about pressure cooking, what pressure cooking is, its history, its benefits, how to properly use it and some tips on how to make your cooking faster. This book is very informative and you can see that the author himself is an expert in pressure cooking. The book comes with a hundred of yummy recipes and I am so excited to try all of them!