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The Essential Saffron Companion (Paperback)

by John Humphries (Author)

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This vibrantly illustrated volume brings the romance and beauty of our most versatile spice to life. Whether readers are looking for unusual recipes or intriguing culinary history, this luscious compendium has it all. Full color.

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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Ten Speed Press (August 1, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1580080243
ISBN-13: 978-1580080248
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 13 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,273,925 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars If you love saffron, you need to read this., June 10, 2000

By	"alejandro@pacbell.net" (San Francisco, California) - See all my reviews

I've always been fascinated with the aroma and taste of saffron. This book is both a lesson on the rich history of saffron and a collection of very balanced recipes that showcase saffron in some very interesting ways. I've been using saffron for years the wrong way. Just one recipe from this book has re-focused my love for this spice. My wife and I purchased a great amount of saffron in La Mancha, Spain last year. This book will guarantee our enjoyment of it. Highly recommended!

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Infamous Mellow Yellow - Crocus Saffron Plant, October 18, 2002

By	A. Browne "Angie" (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Essential Saffron Companion by John Humphries is the most accurate and comprehensive book ever written about the "Mellow Yellow" plant (Crocus Sativus). It is packed with historical points about the bulb to the characteristics of the plant once bloomed. All good details and very accurate. Also, the recipes are top-notch castillian cooking. Very much authentic of the European Spanish-style cooking. Bravo, JH!

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3.0 out of 5 stars essential ? confusing !, November 21, 2004

By	Leslie Fitzgerald (Hollister, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this book for its specific instructions on how to use saffron - infusions - which I think are interesting. But many of the recipes for entrees and side dishes seem difficult and confusing as written, or outright wrong. For example, in Devonshire Saffron Cake, the author states that either heavy cream or butter can be substituted for the original clotted cream.

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