Packed with information and inspiration, this cookbook takes an
authoritative look at cheese, acting as both a comprehensive cookbook as
well as a helpful primer on the subject. From key types of cheeses and
main regions, to tips on pairing cheese with wine and beer and creating
the perfect cheese plate for any occasion, to enticing cheese-centric
recipes, organized by course, this is the ultimate resource for any
cheese lover who is looking for great ways to showcase this favorite
food through delicious dishes. With an engaging personal narrative and
gorgeous lifestyle photographs, this is an indispensable guide for
anyone who is looking for ideas for serving and cooking with cheese.
Organized by course, this book includes more than 100 luscious recipes
for sweet and savory dishes that showcase cheese. Classic favorites are
here, from mac and cheese and fondue to enchiladas and burgers. You'll
also discover contemporary dishes like fried pecorino with stonefruit
salsa, roast chicken stuffed with Gruyere, over-roasted endive with
Saint-Marcellin, and tangy plum tart spiked with ginger and chevre. In
addition, you'll find helpful tips on pairing cheese with wine or beer,
putting together a perfect cheese plate, and a comprehensive guide to
cheeses from around the globe as well as artisanal varieties in North
America. Celebrated author and cheese aficionado Georgeanne Brennan's
wonderful narrative runs throughout the book, bringing the recipes and
cook's lifestyle to life.
