Potatoes 75 Ways
If you're a traditional potato lover, I can't guarantee you'll love this book, but if you're a FOOD lover, you just might! That's because in Raghavan Iyer's Smashed, Mashed, Boiled and Baked: A Celebration of Potatoes in 75 Irresistible Recipes, you will come across ideas for potatoes that you might have never thought about in your wildest dreams. Gone are the standard mashed, boiled and baked potatoes! In their place you'll discover Kung Pao Potatoes, Harissa Potato Salad, Creamy Massaman Curry and other vibrant, creative dishes that will please both your eyes and your palate.
Some of the dishes may look a litte crazy, but what do you expect from a James Beard Award winning chef? In addition to the wide variety of recipes, you'll encounter great tips for working with potatoes, recipes for sides and toppings like homemade ricotta and applesauce, and even quirky quotes about potatoes that will make you laugh. Don't pick up this book if you are hoping for a tiny variation on your typical meat and potato dishes, but DO grab it if you are the kind of adventurous potato lover willing to give something new a chance!
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