The Cook Pack: Twenty No-Fail Three-Course Meals for Two Review

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(More customer reviews)I have tried four of the menus so far (each includes an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert) and each one has been *absolutely* delicious, and my dinner guests agreed. The recipes include twists on traditional British dishes such as Welsh rarebit, as well as international cuisine like Chinese roast mushrooms with stir-fry vegetables and noodles. The best part is the way the preparation steps are broken down for you by time -- for example, one day before, 15 minutes before, etc., so all three courses are ready when they need to be. Also handy are the miniature booklets containing the shopping and wine lists, to take with you as you do the marketing.
The caveats I would give about the recipes are: (1) many are not for the strictly cholesterol-conscious, as they are rather free-handed with the butter, cream, and cheese; (2) this is not a quick-cook book, (although there are quite a few recipies for fast snacks); and (3) unless you have some familiarity with British ingredients, you might have some trouble deciphering the ones that pop up every now and again. For example, I still haven't figured out what a "brandy snap basket" is.
The book also contains some cocktail and apertif recipes, and introductory matter on table settings and kitchen equipment.

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Gary Rhodes, famous for his modern approach to delicious home-cooking and frequent appearances on BBC television, has teamed up with Ron van der Meer, the creator of such ingenious pop-up books as The Art Pack, The Architecture Pack, and The Formula One Pack to produce this stunning new collection of recipes in a refreshingly innovative format.The Cook Pack contains 20 no-fail three-course meals for two people guaranteed to impress with ideas from around the world. Detailed timing guides, shopping lists, and wine suggestions offer you the expertise on a plate. The versatility of this remarkable Pack lends confidence, know-how, and style to even the most reluctant of cooks.Delicious recipes, inspiring illustrations, and a refreshing style all help The Cook Pack to guarantee you success, satisfaction, and, of course, romance!Contents: 20 no-fail three-course meals for two people including chapters on meat, fish, chicken, and vegetarian cuisine. Inspiring illustrations by modern artists. Mini-booklet of shopping lists to take to the supermarket with you. Mini-booklet of wine ideas with suggestions for each recipe. Tips for creating the ideal romantic atmosphere. Laminated pages ideal for the kitchen. Novelties including a scratch-and-sniff page and a life-size pop-up cheese grater!

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