num_pages: 414
description: In The California-American Cookbook, Jeannette Ferrary and Louise Fiszer argue persuasively that California, the last continental frontier, the place where all sorts of Americans finally settled, is "the melting pot's melting pot." Whether they were immigrants from other lands or Americans from other parts of the country, the people who came to California brought along traditions connected with family and place - among them, the food they knew and the daily rituals of the shared table.Every regional and ethnic style possible is represented in California, a state that also happens to be the most extravagantly endowed with wonderful things to eat. Not surprisingly, not one but many new culinary styles have been forged there.All of this and more is reflected in The California-American Cookbook, a big, exciting, marvelously eclectic but surprisingly accessible collection of recipes. In it you will find such treats as:* Creamy Crab and Artichoke Soup* Marinated Mexicali Eggplant Salad* Lamb Scallopini with Hazelnuts* Fresh Corn Flapjacks with Basil* White Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse with Raspberry SauceThe text offers a delightful history of American foodstuffs and dishes as well. The recipes are organized for the maximum of versatility in preparing menus. The authors include a section entitled "Pantry Fancies," which is a guide to gourmet food products; suggestions for menus and accompanying wines; and a glossary of basic recipes used throughout the book.
language: English
title: The California-American Cookbook: Innovations on American Regional Dishes
titlecomplete: The California-American Cookbook: Innovations on American Regional Dishes
ratings_count: 1
publisher: Fireside