The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters 793: The Secret of Cooking with Bee Wilson and Cassoulet Confessions with Sylvie Bigar
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Dec 13, 2024 Discover the secrets of cooking with food historian Bee Wilson and food writer Sylvie Bigar. Learn about finding joy in the kitchen, the transformative power of garlic, and the therapeutic aspects of cooking. Explore the obsession with the iconic French dish Cassoulet and its regional variations.
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Historical Recipe Books
- Bee Wilson's cookbook, "The Secret of Cooking," begins by referencing 16th-century recipe books called "books of secrets."
- These books included various remedies, from curing baldness to delicious tart recipes, reflecting the historical view of recipes as remedies.
The Cook as Key
- Bee Wilson's "The Secret of Cooking" focuses on the cook as the key ingredient.
- The book explores cooking for different life stages and situations, aiming to restore joy to cooking amidst modern life's busyness.
Box Grater Love
- Embrace simple tools like the box grater; it's versatile and efficient.
- Use it for zucchini fritters, tomato sauces, and grating vegetables for various dishes.