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The Food Saver's A-Z

The essential Cornersmith kitchen companion
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The Food Saver's A-Z by Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards offers practical advice on reducing food waste, with tips on storing, preserving, and using up ingredients. It guides readers through saving money and the environment by making the most of their food.
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This book may appeal to you if you're passionate about reducing food waste and love getting creative in the kitchen. Filled with practical tips and recipes, it encourages you to make the most of every ingredient and save money while you're at it.

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Ultimate modern reference guide to storing, using up and making the most of each ingredient in your fridge, pantry or fruit bowl.

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The Food Saver's A-Z by Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards is a transformative kitchen companion designed to tackle food waste head-on. This indispensable guide encourages you to look at your pantry, fridge, or fruit bowl through a new lens, turning seemingly uninspiring ingredients into delectable meals, side dishes, condiments, and baked goods. With an approach rooted in sustainability and resourcefulness, the book empowers you to make the most out of every food item at hand.

Imagine opening your fridge and seeing half a jar of tomato paste or a bunch of green beans on the verge of wilting. Instead of letting these ingredients go to waste, The Food Saver's A-Z provides creative solutions to revive them into scrumptious dishes. From transforming a whole cauliflower that might be on its last legs to using up those forgotten herbs in the back of the refrigerator, this book is bursting with practical advice and wisdom.

The authors, renowned for their expertise at the Cornersmith Cooking School, offer more than just recipes. The book is filled with clever waste hacks, efficient storage tips, and versatile ingredient swaps. These insights are designed to make your cooking process easier, more efficient, and environmentally friendly. You'll find detailed instructions for more than 150 common vegetables, fruits, and kitchen staples, ensuring nothing goes to waste.

Beyond individual recipes, The Food Saver's A-Z serves as a comprehensive resource that will change how you approach cooking. The emphasis is on flexibility and creativity, encouraging you to adapt based on whatever you have available, making it easier than ever to cook delicious, homemade food without the need for a last-minute supermarket trip.

This book is your ultimate ally in the kitchen, providing not only the tools to reduce food waste but also inspiring you to cook in a more thoughtful and resourceful way. Whether you're an experienced home cook or just starting your culinary journey, The Food Saver's A-Z is set to become your best friend in the kitchen, leading you toward a more sustainable and delicious way of living.

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The Food Saver's A-Z by Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards focuses on reducing food waste through simple, practical tips and recipes. Reviews highlight the book's user-friendly approach and comprehensive advice on preserving and using leftovers creatively. It is highly regarded for its practical insights and valuable resource for anyone looking to minimise waste in the kitchen.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922351982

Publisher: Murdoch Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Murdoch Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 1350g

Pages: 528

About the Author

Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards run the Cornersmith Cooking School in Sydney, where they teach traditional kitchen skills for modern cooks, highlighting the importance of seasonal eating and reducing food waste. Their mission is to empower home cooks to make less wasteful, more delicious meals every day.

Their previous titles include Cornersmith, Cornersmith Salads and Pickles and Use It All, also published by Murdoch Books.

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