1080 Recipes is the classic Spanish cookbook, akin to the Joy of Cooking in this country. It's not quite as old as Joy, but is similar in the way in which it instructs both beginning and experienced cooks. The English version was released in October 2007 and is a fascinating glimpse into traditional Spanish cooking. If you are looking for a book to instruct you on how to make all the dishes from your favorite tapas restaurant, this isn't necessarily the best book for you to buy. However, if you want something comprehensive that will offer up a variety of recipes that will inject new life into your home cooking, I'd recommend giving this one a shot.
One section that is particularly helpful is the section on rice (I know that sounds crazy, but stay with me). I admit to often getting stuck in the same pattern of steamed brown or jasmine rice, without much in the way of flavor or interest. This section of the cookbook has helped me spice up my side dishes (I realize that makes me sound like a 1950's housewife). I also love the vegetable sections, because they've gotten me to think about new spices and cooking techniques (I would never had thought to stuff and roast cucumbers but it sounds delicious).
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7-08-2008 @ 9:52PM
Kat Kinsman said...
I've had incredible luck with this cookbook -- especially the veal and pork recipes. It just made me consider a different set of flavor combinations, which I've carried into even my impromptu, recipe-less cooking. Makes a seriously impressive gift, too.
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7-08-2008 @ 10:52PM
Alex Falk said...
Same publishers as "the silver spoon"
If half as good as the spoon, i will have to get it ASAP
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