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The Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics (Hardcover)

by Ina Garten (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam Press (12 Mar 2009)
  • ISBN-10: 0593064003
  • ISBN-13: 978-0593064009
  • Product Dimensions: 25.6 x 19.8 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 68,420 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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When Ina Garten opened her fabulous food store, The Barefoot Contessa, it soon became the most popular place in town and attracted masses of visitors all year round. But after 18 years, Ina needed a new challenge and she turned her hand to writing up her wonderful recipes and the great tips on style and entertaining that are the hallmark of her work. And it wasn't too long before Ina became one of America's most successful cookery writers. Her "New York Times" bestselling books went on to sell more than 3 million copies worldwide and today she is one of the stars of America's Food Network, where she attracts weekly audiences of more than 5 million. Genuinely warm and inspiring, Ina is America's own Domestic Goddess, and her television popularity has carried over to the UK. She is currently one of the most successful and respected cooks on UKTV Food, Britain's only dedicated food channel which has a daily viewing audience of more than 500,000. This ever-growing tv profile is all down to the accessible, no-nonsense approach Ina takes to cooking delicious meals that even beginners can conjure up. Added to this is the little touch of luxury she offers in both her books and her tv shows, all photographed and filmed against the glorious backdrop of her fabulous kitchen and garden in East Hampton. Now, in "Back to Basics" Ina offers almost 100 brand new recipes, all tried and tested to the highest standard and beautifully illustrated in full-colour throughout. Focusing on her simple techniques, this book has something for everyone. So, whether you're aiming to prepare a delicious main-course 'crowd-pleaser', a quick and easy tea-time treat, or something a little more sophisticated for a special occasion, they're all here - and with simple instructions to guarantee success every time!

About the Author

Ina Garten is one of America's most loved culinary icons and the author of five previous bestselling cookery books. Her Barefoot Contessa cookery programmes are screened each day on UK TVFood and she has just signed up for a new series with this channel. Ina writes a column on entertaining for America's Home Beautiful magazine and lives in East Hampton with her husband Jeffrey.

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it and drool!, 16 Mar 2009
By Madeleine (Cheshire) - See all my reviews
If you haven't discovered Ina yet you are really missing out! Even if you don't watch her on UKTV Food (and seriously, do!) you will still love this book. Don't be put off by the 'Back To Basics' concept. It's less 'How To Boil An Egg', more bringing the best out of all your ingredients, be it by technique (slow roasting tomatoes to concentrate flavour) or combination (plums with cassis to bring out the 'pluminess').

The book is beautiful and Ina is such an amiable companion.You'd be hard pushed not to find something to make your mouth water just thinking about the recipes. Brownie Pudding, anyone?
Other temptations include: French Bistro Steaks with Provencal butter, Italian Wedding Soup, Baked Shrimp Scampi, Blueberry Streusel Muffins and Fresh Raspberry Gratins.

The only difficulty is choosing where to start. Personally, I think it'll be the Pomegranate Cosmopolitan while I consider my next move...

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Great content but to recipes are the same from her other books, 8 July 2009
By John S. Williams "J Guy" (Macclesfield, UK) - See all my reviews
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I love Ina Garten and the Barefoot Contessa series. However, as I have collected all her previous books, I was a bit dissapointed with this one. Her recipes are great, easy to do and always delicious. But this book is mostly made up of recipes from her previous books. So if you don't have her other books then it is a great buy. If you have her other books then keep in mind many of the recipes you already have. I give 3 stars for the duplications of recipes. Otherwise it would be 5.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Barefoot Contessa : Back to basics, 13 Mar 2009
By Mr. B. Cairns "Bob Cairns" (Bournemouth Dorset UK) - See all my reviews
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A T.V cook that understands her viewers. Her books are no exception, well layed out recipes and beautiful pictures. A handy US/UK conversion chart
and FAQ section. Overall a winner 10/10The Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics
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5.0 out of 5 stars Back to Basics
I love all Ina Garten's recipes, they are clear and concise and always work. The only thing I have to do is to decrease the ingredients as they are usually for 6 or more people... Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. Mcfadyen

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Cook Book
Back to Basics is a wonderful cook book. The hints and tips are very good. The recipes are delicious without being complicated. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. M. Mcshane

5.0 out of 5 stars happy cooking
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cookbook Finatic
Wonderful cookbook, beautifully illustrated and produced. Every cook should have this book in their library.
Published 8 months ago by L. Smullen

4.0 out of 5 stars Simple and easy to use.
Ina's recipes are simple and easy to use. In cases where ingredients are specific to the U.S. and not available in Switzerland, I have compromised and used the closest I can find,... Read more
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every recipe i have tried of her's works.
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