num_pages: 362
description: With over 2.2 million copies in print the widely acclaimed The Silver Palate Cookbook is firmly established as a contemporary classic. Originally published in 1982 the book's elegant innovative recipes and emphasis on pure fresh ingredients ushered a new passion for food and hospitality into the American consciousness. The lively collection of clear step-by-step recipes ranges from sublimely refined traditions-Pesto Manhattan Clam Chowder and Stuffed Artichokes-to original creations certain to become the topic of conversation at any dinner party. There's PatS de Campagne with Walnuts and Juniper Berries. Fruit-Stuffed Cornish Hens. Caviar Eclairs. Blueberry Bisque. Plus over 300 more recipes for hors d'oeuvres dips and sauces picnic fare entrSes salads soups breads desserts. Throughout the book are valuable menu and serving suggestions literary quotes food guides food lore and whimsical illustrations. Selection of the Book-of-the-Month Club Quality Paperback Book Club Book-of-the-Month Club's HomeStyle Books Better Homes &amp; Gardens Family Book Service and the ABA Basic Booklist. A James Beard Book Awards inductee into the cookbook Hall of Fame.
language: English
title: The Silver Palate Cookbook
publisher: Workman