From Publishers Weekly
Kirsch, a caterer, and freelance writer Greenburg are sisters-in-law who believe that cooking together is one of the great opportunities afforded by marriage. Directed at couples with sophisticated palates but limited time and culinary skills, these recipes come with kitchenware requirements, preparation and cooking times, do-ahead advice, cook's tips and suggestions for substitutions, presentation and wines. In chapters arranged by course ("Hors d'Oeuvres") and main ingredient ("Poultry"), new cooks can learn to serve up such dishes as Seviche of Shrimp; Leg of Lamb with Mustard Crust; and Whiskey-Pecan Pie. Another chapter, devoted to entertaining, offers menus and recipes for brunch, dinner parties, etc. A glossary of cooking terms and advice on stocking a pantry round out this thorough guide, which does not talk down to its readers.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From the Publisher
The Bride and Groom's First Cookbook is indeed a first--the firstmodern and manageable teaching cookbook for young couples whose sophisticatedtastes outdistance their kitchen skills and available time. And who better toprovide such a book than Abigail Kirsch, who has been responsible fororchestrating thousands of weddings and engagement parties, who knows betterthan anyone the kinds of recipes and instructions young people need and want,and whom young people know and trust.
This easy-to-use teaching book is designed for young working couples who willbe sharing the cooking and entertaining chores at home. The recipes, fromSpinach and Pine Nut Pizzetta to Roasted Salmon in Horseradish Crust and LemonChicken with Capers, are designed to please the well-trained palate, but noculinary skill is assumed. Each recipe includes a list of necessary utensils,a clear set of do-ahead instructions, tips for serving, and variations. Inaddition, there is a section of complete menus for entertaining in a number ofstyles on different occasions, from a tailgate picnic to a formal dinner forin-laws or the boss. Each menu includes a timetable for completing allpreparation chores and dividing them efficiently between two people. And lastbut not least, there are a glossary of cooking terms, a list of essentialpantry ingredients, and a checklist for a bridal registry.
In short, The Bride and Groom's First Cookbook is an indispensableresource for busy young couples with more taste than time, who want to eat welland entertain with flair.
Copyright © 1996 by Abigail Kirsch and Susan M. Greenberg