This book is a revelation to Americans who have never tasted real Cornish Pasties, Scotch Woodcock (a splendid version of scrambled eggs) or Brown Bread Ice Cream. From the sumptuous breakfasts that made England famous to the steamed puddings, trifles, meringues and syllabubs that are still renowned, no aspect of British cooking is overlooked. Soups, fish, meat and game, vegetables, sauces, high teas, scones, crumpets, hot cross buns, savories, preserves and sweets of all kinds are here in clear, precise recipes with ingredients and utensils translated into American terms.
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"A wry, delightful, and learned volume." -- -- Suzanne Hamlin, New York Daily News
"Great British Cooking has the festiveness of a flaming plum pudding. . . . If great British cooking was a well-kept secret, Ms. Garmey has let it out." -- Edmund Fuller, Wall Street Journal
"A wry, delightful, and learned volume." -- Suzanne Hamlin, New York Daily News
"Garmey has written an excellent book on a much maligned subject. [She] makes you long for hot scones and beef Wellington and thoroughly proves her main pointthat the best British cooking, done at home, has been a well-kept secret." -- Jean Strouse, Newsweek
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Jane Garmey, who is British is currently producing a public televisionseries on the arts for children. The author of Great New British Cooking, shefrequently writes about food.
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66 of 66 people found the following review helpful
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If you have spent time in England or are (as I am) married to an Englishman, this will be one of the best investments you could possibly make. All of England's favorite foods are here, and thankfully, it is very sensibly written, in American measurements, etc. Instructions are clear and the recipes are not terribly complicated. The writer's extensive knowledge of food and cooking is obvious, and many recipes contain brief explanations, interesting facts and helpful cooking hints. Virtually all of the dishes I have tried so far have been superb. The cauliflower cheese is unbelievable and the rice pudding is absolutely heavenly. I'm thrilled with this book, as it allows us to enjoy the fine foods of England right here in America. Praise for Ms. Garmey's OUTSTANDING achievement with "Great British Cooking". You will love this cookbook!
47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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Jane Garmey aims this book at the American cook, artfully dispelling the myth of stodgy, heavy English food. The recipes are traditional fare such as roast beef and Yorkshire pudding, cauliflower cheese (my British husband's favorite!) and fabulous puddings (desserts). Make no mistake, this is not California-lite cooking, but it may remind you of Sunday dinners at Grandma's or Great-aunt Molly's. The recipes are well-written and easy to follow. Ms. Garmey liberally shares out anecdotal information about the curious names and history of some of these dishes. She also has sections devoted to English High Tea and Beer. I recommend this book for Anglophiles, expats living in England and trying to get to grips with the food, or anyone who loves cooking for the sake of the art.
37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
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The delight in this book is not only in the recipes, which I have enjoyed immensely. Jane Garmey's wit in the presentation makes one sense a wink at the poor reputation British food generally holds, just as her recipes give it the lie. Generally, British food at its best is wonderful... trouble is that finding it 'at its best' often requires a journey.
The volume is not exhaustive, but presents many classic dishes, most easily prepared (and some which would appeal to, for example, one so avidly traditional as to spend the two months it takes for genuine plum pudding.) It is a pleasant sampler of varied main dish, savoury, pudding, and tea favourites.
I would highly recommend this book to those who enjoy cooking. There are many items here which do not require unusual effort or odd ingredients, and can have wonderful results.
The volume is not exhaustive, but presents many classic dishes, most easily prepared (and some which would appeal to, for example, one so avidly traditional as to spend the two months it takes for genuine plum pudding.) It is a pleasant sampler of varied main dish, savoury, pudding, and tea favourites.
I would highly recommend this book to those who enjoy cooking. There are many items here which do not require unusual effort or odd ingredients, and can have wonderful results.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good recipes
Fun recipes and a good overview of British cooking, which often gets a bad rap, but this lets you decide on your own.
Published 2 months ago by Elaine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good cooking
Reminds me of home cooking, as in the home i grew up in in England, time to start experimenting in the kitchen
Published 3 months ago by John T Phillips
3.0 out of 5 stars
OK BOOK
Was expecting more from this little book. Looking for one with many English recipes I remember but this is not it. Not bad though
Published 3 months ago by JC
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good book for cooking
It's a great book to have for British cuisines and I am happy I bought it. I give it a 4 star because some of the ingredients use lard, which is rather unhealthy. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Hitomi Komatsu
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun Book
I purchased this book right before meeting the author at a garden design lecture. The book is as charming as she is, especially if you enjoy British cooking.
Published 6 months ago by Ponymom
5.0 out of 5 stars
delicious and accessible recipes
I've had this book for years and it's one of my all time favorites. It's been spilled-on, dog-eared, and is full of sticky labels. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lisa M. Madden
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful selection of my favorites
All of my favorites in one book. Some I had forgot, it brought back childhood memories of great cooking and taste in very easy to follow recipes.
Published 9 months ago by Maggie B
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brit cooking for Yanks
This book includes much traditional, commonly made and easily done classic British dishes adapted for American cooks. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nicola Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars
old and simple
It's not a big book. I have the hardbound edition of 1981. No photos or drawings. A simple book.
My Grandmother was of English, Welch, and Irish origins. Read more
My Grandmother was of English, Welch, and Irish origins. Read more
Published 16 months ago by blackbird
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good reading
I was looking for a british cookbook with traditional recipes, and I found it. I found this book to contain all those traditional recipes that you hear about, but when you look... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Merry
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