num_pages: 144
description: TV tie-in cookbook for beginners from a much-loved author and presenterThe silent millions of reluctant home chefs have been waiting for decades for Oh Cook! the cookbook that finally drives a blunt meat skewer through the burgeoning pseudo-intellectualism of foodie media. James May Oh Cook! is a fool-proof manual packed with more than 60 delicious recipes for even the most basic of home cooks.In this TV tie-in James May star of Amazon Primes The Grand Tour and Our Man in Japan seeks to unpack the mysteries of cooking unearthing the secrets behind the perfect poached egg smooth custard and how to impress your friends and family with a Sunday roast and all the trimmings. Taking readers on a culinary tour (around his kitchen) James builds upon his cookery skills recreating dishes from his travels as well as rediscovering some nostalgic childhood favourites along the way. Chapters include: Brunch Pasta Pub Grub Roasts Curry Night Asian Fusion The Great Outdoors Spongey Things and Storecupboard Saviours (for when the fridge is empty) which includes recipes for his beloved Spam as well as hints and tips.James May is here to prove that really anyone can cook. On his journey to becoming a more accomplished home cook he makes use of his favourite trusted gadgets and ingredients and through some traditional trial and error so that you can avoid all the common pit falls at home. Oh Cook! is the trusty companion for anyone seeking to gain confidence in the kitchen and arm themselves with some tried and tested recipes all created and tweaked by James. Come for the Spotted Dick but stay for the Lamb Keema.
language: English
title: Oh Cook!: The cookbook from James May with simple, easy recipes that any idiot can make.: 60 easy recipes that any idiot can make
publisher: Pavilion