The Onion Lover's Cookbook: With Over 100 Recipes: Knowing and Using Onions, Garlic, Leeks, Shallots, Spring Onions and Chives

This cookbook is devoted to one of the best-loved family of ingredients - onions, garlic, leeks, spring onions, shallots and chives. A comprehensive reference section discusses the culinary history of the allium and identifies all the main varieties, as well as providing a step-by-step guide to growing, preparing and cooking these versatile and popular ingredients. This is followed by 150 recipes, from classic dishes such as French Onion Soup with Gruyere Croutes to contemporary ideas such as Grilled Polenta with Caramelized Onions. Over 800 glorious photographs, informative text and enticing recipes make this book essential for every kitchen.