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Despite his reputation for intricate and impressive restaurant cooking, Gary Rhodes believes that the best way to cook something is often the most simple. In his latest book, he strips out complicated techniques and fiddly instructions, in search of the very easiest way to get maximum flavour out of familiar ingredients from chicken to squid and beetroot to rhubarb. In over 200 simple recipes, he demonstrates the fundamentals of cooking and explains how to get stunning results by doing as little as possible. But this is not just a brilliant cookbook for beginners and an essential bible for busy people, it is also a tribute to simplicity and flavour and an invaluable book of simply delicious ideas for cooks of every level.
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Gary Rhodes is one of Britain's best-loved, Michelin starred chefs. He appears regularly on television, most recently in Hell's Kitchen, and is the author of sixteen cookery books including the highly acclaimed Great British Classics. He has restaurants in London, Grenada and on board a cruise ship in the Mediterranean sea.
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137 of 139 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Summary - Great Book, great ideas and realistic recipies. A well presented book.
Excellent book for the busy cook who wants something different, even after a busy day at work. It is divided into sections for different things eg meat, poultry, fish, desserts etc. It gives tips on how to get the best from different cuts of meat or fish and what to serve with it - not simply giving you a recipie to follow but ideas on what can go with what. Each of the recipies I have tried have been simple to follow with basic store cupboard items which have turned out just like the pictures. There are recipies to follow but also tips on how to change the recipie to suit you. I was very surprised as Gary Rhodes is known for his complex methods for recipies but not in this case. I would recommend this book to anyone.
45 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book has lots of pictures to inspire you to get started and lots of simple recipes for good honest home cooked food. Nothing too elaborate or fancy. The book is conveniently divided by sections into fish, dessert, eggs and cheese , seafood etc so it is easy to find the recipe you need. At the beginning of each section are ultra simple recipes more suggestions really to turn the raw materials into a finished product with minimum fuss. Everything is very clearly explained so as to leave no room for confusion and the recipes work.
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
When I moved to the Middle East several years ago I enjoyed great new tastes but after a while I hankered for good old home cooking like Mum used to do but which I never quite mastered. My sister-in-law suggested Gary Rhodes New British Classics and it's a book that is dog-eared from use. I'm the first one to admit that my culinary skills are limited to say the least but Gary's New British Classics recipes are easier than you would expect from a man who does complicated for a living.
When I saw Gary Rhodes bring out a book called `Keeping it Simple'....well it just looked made for those of us who like tasty recipes but who are challenged in the kitchen arena. Keeping it Simple didn't disappoint. The dishes are arranged by section with all the fish recipes together, poultry together and so on. At the beginning of every section Gary details how you identify a good piece of chicken/fish/beef and lists some simple methods of cooking them and some easy complimentary sauces. And all that is before you even see the recipes! The recipes are easy, no-fuss recipes with few ingredients but which are big on taste. The accompanying pictures make your mouth water and although my finished results don't look quite as impressive as Gary's pictures each recipe has been a great success. A definite book for those who want to be able to cook nice food without pulling their hair out!
When I saw Gary Rhodes bring out a book called `Keeping it Simple'....well it just looked made for those of us who like tasty recipes but who are challenged in the kitchen arena. Keeping it Simple didn't disappoint. The dishes are arranged by section with all the fish recipes together, poultry together and so on. At the beginning of every section Gary details how you identify a good piece of chicken/fish/beef and lists some simple methods of cooking them and some easy complimentary sauces. And all that is before you even see the recipes! The recipes are easy, no-fuss recipes with few ingredients but which are big on taste. The accompanying pictures make your mouth water and although my finished results don't look quite as impressive as Gary's pictures each recipe has been a great success. A definite book for those who want to be able to cook nice food without pulling their hair out!
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simple easy to follow
Very easy to use and plenty of simple suggestions to help with daily cooking.Not too many complicated ingredients , so you can ring the changes without major expeditions to the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by janetg
Typically Gary Rhodes - keeping cooking simple!
A cookery book where 'the basics' such as simply roasting pork or lamb or beef and making their natural partners, such as Yorkshire Pudding or Horseradish Sauce or 'Simply the... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mirage
Keeping It Simple
This is a very good basic cookery book, suitable for novice cooks but also with enough to keep more experienced cooks interested. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Marand
So easy
He has kept his recipes in this book so easy to do. The lamb shanks are particulary tasty and have been cooked several times. Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2010 by M. Kerpner
Don't buy this book...
...if you are likely-or need to be-inspired and tempted by mouthwatering images of the finished dishes. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2009 by KKirkwood
Does what it says on the cover
I like this book, far more than my wife, as its good wholesome food generally with a slight twist.
None of the recipes particularly blow your mind, but they are all quite easy... Read more
None of the recipes particularly blow your mind, but they are all quite easy... Read more
Published on 19 Nov 2008 by Chris
Simple, but not lacking in flavour
I believe in simplicity.In my business, at the gym and in the food I eat.This is a godsend. Simple doesn't always mean easy, but in this case it's easy to use and produce delicious... Read more
Published on 2 July 2008 by Mr. A. Gifford
Typically Gary Rhodes - keeping cooking simple!
A cookery book where 'the basics' such as simply roasting pork, or lamb or beef and making their natural partners, such as Yorkshire Pudding or Horseradish Sauce or 'Simply the... Read more
Published on 4 May 2007 by Mirage
One of My Top Five
I have been cooking for 20 years and to be honest not a fan of watching gary rhodes but this book is fantastic. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2007 by A. Panes
excellent!!
AS a novice but enthusiastic cook, I have found this inspiring and informative, excellent info and best of all simple food that is achievable. Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2007 by C. P. Thomas
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