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The Basic Basics Jams, Preserves and Chutneys (Paperback)

by Marguerite Patten (Author)
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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Grub Street (1 Jul 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1902304721
  • ISBN-13: 978-1902304724
  • Product Dimensions: 23 x 15.2 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,469 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Marguerite Patten, doyenne of British cookery, shares her wealth of knowledge and her tried and tested recipes for jams, marmalades, jellies, curds, pickles, relishes, chutneys and ketchups. Home preserving is Marguerite's most natural culinary territory and she starts by explaining the equipment and the basic techniques, as well as what to do if things go wrong. She covers not only family favourites such as picalilli, ginger marmalade and rose petal jam but also more unusual classics from around the world, such as quince cheese and hot pepper jelly.

About the Author
Marguerite Patten is Britain's top selling cookery writer with sales totalling over 17 million copies. She pioneered easy-to-follow- recipes with her All Colour Cookery. She lives in Sussex.

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54 of 54 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Well written and easy to follow for the absolute beginner., 27 Nov 2001
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Once again Marguerite has come forth with a practical guide to home preserving. Good traditional recipes with clear instructions. It also gives one the confidence to strike forth and make recipes of your own.

This is certainly worth the money.

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars It is what it is., 5 Feb 2005
Un-illustrated(for the majority of the book), however, it is, eloquently what it claims to be. And Marguerite, as usual, doesn't fail to complete her task. With literally hundreds of recipes and variations included in this book, it is a handbook, and all the basics are covered for making jams, marmalades, chutneys, pickles and much more.
'Golden Rules' for success are included, hints and tips and guides to equipment, ingredients and techniques. Ideal for the beginner to steer to accomplishment, and great as an idea book for the more advanced 'preserver'.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Guide, 20 Jul 2004
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There is nothing more satisfying than making your own jam! It's a quicker process than you might imagine and the results are well worth the effort. When you use this book you feel that the author is with you in the kitchen, guiding your jam stirring arm, and reassuring you with her clearly written instructions.

I highly recommend it (and the pleasures of jam making) to you!

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The Basic Basics Jams, Preserves and Chutneys

THIS IS AN EXCELLENT BOOK WHICH I PURCHASED FOR A FRIEND HAVING HAD MY OWN COPY (INCLUDING AN EARLIER EDITION) FOR OVER... Read more
Published 6 days ago by M. A. Thomas

5.0 out of 5 stars for every fruit that you can think of
This book is the bible for fruit preserve. With easy to follow instructions and even explanation as to why some fruit need lemon juice and some don't with extra tips to cover all... Read more
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As others have said before me, if you can't make jam using this book then perhaps you should give up now! Everything you need to know is here.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the Best
This, like many of Marguerite Patten's other 'Basics' other books, is simply invaluable. Particularly key, now many of us are growing our own & therefore understand the seasonal... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
I really like this book. Although I've not had it all that long, I've refered to it countless times already and know that it will be my preserving book of choice from henceforth... Read more
Published on 4 Jul 2007 by Wendophilous

5.0 out of 5 stars Does Exactly What it Says on the Tin
A very carefully written, easily understood & clearly presented guide to home manufacture of jams, chutneys, pickles and a few other interesting preserves. Read more
Published on 25 April 2007 by Jon D

5.0 out of 5 stars A superb book!
This is a superb book with zillions of recipes for everything and all of the 'technical' info presented in readable form. Read more
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