Le Cordon Bleu Kitchen Essentials: The Complete Illustrated Reference to the Ingredients, Equipment, Terms, and Techniques Used by Le Cordon Bleu

I was looking for a cookbook that delivered educational information, such as terms and definitions for many ingredients and cooking techniques. This book really delivers! I bought it as a gift and the recipient couldn't wait to try the huge variety of tips and techniques. The book is also loaded with colored pictures showing step-by-step instructions, along with pictures of each prepared dish. I couldn't have found a better cookbook!

This is a great book for the intermediate cook to expand their cooking skills! With practice and this book you will be well on your way to advanced! This is also a great book for the beginner because it has alot of info cooking and prep techniques! It also has alot of info on different meats and seafood and the proper way to prepare them! Awesome book! A KITCHEN MUST HAVE!

This book is beautiful and helpful. It is one of the few that I have in my kitchen, since prefer to look up stuff online usually. This book provides information in short and informative way, and accompany that with absolutely gorgeous photos.

This book is so helpful. If you are looking for a starter guide book to help you learn and gain confidence in the kitchen, this is the book to buy, own, keep, and share. : )

Concise guide to what kitchens and cooking are all about.