Great British Cooking: A Well-Kept Secret by Jane Garmey

ISBN: 0394508769

Author: Jane Garmey

Condition: new

This book is a revelation to Americans who have never tasted real Cornish Pasties, Scotch Woodcock (a splendid version of scrambled eggs) or Brown Bread Ice Cream. From the sumptuous breakfasts that made England famous to the steamed puddings, trifles, meringues and syllabubs that are still renowned, no aspect of British cooking is overlooked. Soups, fish, meat and game, vegetables, sauces, high teas, scones, crumpets, hot cross buns, savories, preserves and sweets of all kinds are here in clear, precise recipes with ingredients and utensils translated into American terms.

As added attractions, the book is peppered with anecdotes about the history of various dishes and British food lore and customs, and there is a special section on British beers and cheeses.