An attractive cookbook with colourful photography and a fun vibe that would be an ideal gift for someone new to cooking. Jasmin Weston covers basic cooking techniques, a fabulous guide to cooking oils, how to substitute common herbs and spices, and tips for cooking on a budget. There are tips on how to stock your kitchen pantry and fridge, as well as utensil staples and cooking terms. The recipes are easy and delicious.
There are so many excellent recipes in this book, so here are a few to give you a ‘flavour’ of the book:
Sausage Rigatoni – a hearty dish that takes little effort and is restaurant quality.
Creamy Bacon & Vege Pasta – hearty, comforting and fresh.
Slow Cooked Chicken Satay – so easy to make and very tasty.
Stuffed Capsicum Tacos – a lighter option for Taco Tuesday.
Sticky Braised Pork Belly Bao – this has a huge WOW factor.
Coconut Lime Chicken – super fresh and zesty.
Tuscan Meatball Bake – reminiscent of something Nonna might make.
Everyday Eats is a fabulous cookbook to reach for creating dinner meals that are easy and nutritious and tasty.
Reviewer: Karen McMillan
Pan Macmillan