30-Minute Meals from the Academy (California Culinary Academy) [Paperback]

Susan E. Mitchell (Author), Jill Fox (Author)

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From Publishers Weekly

This is not standard frittata or stir-fried farethe 50 menus here are divided into such categories as fish, poultry, veal, beef, lamb, pasta, soup and one-pot meals, all comprising a main course accompanied by one or two side dishes. And the meals are versatile enough to suit friendly lunchtime gatherings as well as more formal entertainment, with such offerings as sauteed dilled fillets of sole with cucumber, savory rice and zucchini saute; lemon-chicken breasts with fresh herb pasta and glazed carrots; and jambalaya with citrus salad and yogurt dressing. Each of the menus includes a wine suggestion as well as serving and garnishing tips. The straightforward introduction offers encouragement for the beginner and time-saving advice even experienced cooks will appreciate. Part of the California Culinary Academy series.
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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: California Culinary Academy; Revised edition (November 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564260437
• ISBN-13: 978-1564260437
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,832,495 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great book, January 17, 2000

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This review is from: 30-Minute Meals from the Academy (California Culinary Academy) (Paperback)

I have used this book, and others in the series, for years now. There are numerous recipes of quick delicious food that really do take only 30 minutes to prepare. Each page or two is a menu suggesting appetizer, side dishes and a main dish and desert, along with a wine suggestion. I pick and mix the dishes or just run through a whole menu. They have basic dishes and dishes from around the world. Nothing is too complicated and the instructions are very clear. The photographs make everything look great. Highly recommended.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is my "No-fail" cookbook, April 11, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: 30-Minute Meals from the Academy (California Culinary Academy) (Paperback)

I'm not much of a cook, but this is my all time favorite cookbook. I have never made a meal from this book that didn't turn out really well. Even a beginner can be successful with this cookbook. I especially like the fact that the recipes call for mostly fresh ingredients as opposed to canned items.