How To Eat by Nigella Lawson, 350 recipes
How To Eat is Nigella Lawson’s first cookbook, bringing together 350 recipes with practical cooking advice and food writing. Its 544-page format spans basics, make-ahead cooking, meals for one or two, fast food, weekend lunches and dinner menus. Customer feedback praises the useful content and writing, but notes that readability is mixed and the book has few pictures.
At a glance
- A broad collection of 350 recipes, from basic classics and quick food to full dinner menus.
- Includes ideas for cooking in advance and meals for one or two.
- Combines recipes with practical advice and food writing.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The range of chapters accommodates different meal-planning needs, including speedy cooking, make-ahead dishes and weekend lunches.
- Customer feedback highlights useful advice, appealing recipes and Nigella Lawson’s writing style.
Cons
- The listing describes a substantial 544-page book, so it may be less suited to readers seeking a brief or highly visual recipe collection.
- Customer feedback reports that readability varies and notes a lack of pictures.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Chatto & Windus |
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| Publication date | 5 Jun. 2014 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 544 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0701189185 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0701189181 |
| Weight listed | 1.48 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19.6 x 4 x 25.3 cm |
| Recipe count | 350 delicious, simple recipes |
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| Chapters include | Basics– easy classics like English Roast Chicken with all the TrimmingsCooking in advance– Greek Lamb Stew and more slow-cooked, stress-free recipesOne and two– Linguine with Clams or Pea Soufflé, romantic when eaten solo or with companyFast food– speedy Sole with Chanterelles, or just a quick Salsa Verde?Weekend lunch– seasonal lunch menus from ‘Basic No-Effort’ to ‘Serious – No Hostages’Dinner– complete dinner menus including classic Nigella recipes like Little Gems with Green Goddess Dressing and Chocolate Raspberry Pudding Cake |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home cooks looking for a broad cookbook covering everyday meals, entertaining and cooking ahead.
- Readers who enjoy recipe books with substantial accompanying food writing.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need photographs to guide them through most recipes.
- Readers seeking a short cookbook or consistently easy-to-read presentation.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as rich in useful advice and simple recipes, and praises its writing and usefulness as a kitchen staple. Some readers find it very readable while others struggle with the presentation, and feedback also notes the lack of pictures. For cooks who value written guidance and a wide range of recipes, these comments suggest a substantial reference-style cookbook, but readers who depend on images or need consistently accessible layout may prefer another format.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the useful advice, recipe content and Nigella Lawson’s writing style.
- Some customers consider it a dependable cookbook to keep in the kitchen.
Negative themes
- Customers note that the book lacks pictures.
Mixed feedback
- Readability receives mixed feedback, with some customers finding it easy to read and others finding it difficult.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of recipes are included in How To Eat?
The listing describes 350 recipes across basics, cooking in advance, meals for one or two, fast food, weekend lunches and dinner menus.
Is this cookbook suitable for quick cooking?
It includes a Fast food chapter, alongside recipes for cooking ahead and more leisurely meals.
Does the book include pictures?
Customer feedback notes a lack of pictures, so it may not suit readers who rely on visual guidance.
What is the book’s print length?
The listing gives a print length of 544 pages.
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