Essential basic techniques are explained with easy-to-follow step-by-step photography - whether you are a novice or an experienced cook wanting to perfect a skill, you should be able to find out how to do everything from boning and roasting meat correctly to making the perfect sauce. There are photographic gazetteers of every kind of ingredient, and step-by-step techniques showing how to prepare them, along with descriptions of simple serving ideas. There are also over 500 different recipes catering for every part of a meal, from mouth-watering soups, snacks and appetisers to sophisticated main course dishes and elegant desserts. This comprehensive book has something for everyone - quick and easy mid-week suppers, dinner parties, special occasions, parties, barbecues and picnics. This is the definitive technique-based cookbook - a vital addition for every kitchen library.